Protective Effect of Breast Feeding against Infection

The association between breastfeeding and the cardiovascular system in early childhood

“…Besides the traditional CVD risk factors, the observed effect of breastfeeding may be mediated by the immune system through decreased infections (27). In this study, breastfed children had fewer infections at the age of 5 y, but higher mean days of reported fever per month in infancy than did formula-fed children.…”

“…This finding can probably be explained by the observed higher mean days of fever per month in breastfed infants. Because breastfeeding is known to protect against infections in infancy (27), this observation could reflect differences in reporting rates.…”

Breastfeeding and Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Systematic Review and Metaanalysis

“…Breastfeeding is known to have multiple health benefits for the baby and may protect mothers against breast cancer and ovarian cancer 6,7,8,9,21,22 . A number of studies concerning 4 The …”

Growth faltering due to breastfeeding cessation in uninfected children born to HIV-infected mothers in Zambia

“…The benefits of breastfeeding regarding reductions in gastrointestinal infections, respiratory infections, middle ear infections, and improvements in neurodevelopment and overall survival are well established (11)(12)(13)(14)(15)(16). In settings with poor sanitation and hygiene, breastfeeding during the second year of life appears to promote growth (17,18).…”