Breast Milk Helps Protect Babies During Infancy
And even later in life...
Breastmilk is the ideal food for babies in the first six months and sets the best possible foundation for a healthy life. It helps protect them from health issues such as diarrhea, ear and respiratory infections, and allergies.
The protective effects of breastmilk go far beyond its benefits during infancy and childhood. Breastfeeding is also associated with reducing the risk of developing health conditions in later life such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease and hypertension.
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