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Is breast the best?

S L Bahna

    American Journal of Reproductive Immunology and Microbiology : AJRIM
    |March 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Breast-feeding offers numerous nutritional, immunological, and psychosocial benefits for infants and mothers. While challenges exist, medical professionals play a key role in promoting this infant feeding method.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Public Health
    • Nutrition Science

    Background:

    • Resurgence of breast-feeding prompts re-evaluation of infant feeding practices.
    • Identification of growth modulators in human milk enhances understanding of nutritional superiority.
    • Growing recognition of psychosocial benefits associated with breast-feeding.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the advantages, limitations, and practicality of breast-feeding.
    • To explore the immunological qualities of human milk and their impact on infant health.
    • To discuss the benefits for both the infant and the nursing mother.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review and synthesis of current research on breast-feeding.
    • Analysis of factors contributing to infant morbidity and mortality.

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  • Examination of maternal and infant conditions affecting breast-feeding success.

    • Main Results:

    • Human milk contains growth modulators, contributing to nutritional advantages.
    • Breast-feeding is linked to lower infant morbidity and mortality due to immunological factors.
    • Significant benefits are observed for the nursing mother, alongside infant advantages.

    Conclusions:

    • Breast-feeding provides comprehensive benefits, supported by nutritional and immunological evidence.
    • Most challenges to breast-feeding are surmountable, with few absolute contraindications.
    • Medical professionals should lead breast-feeding promotion efforts, supported by formula manufacturers and women's organizations.