Sentences with phrase «optimal protection against infection»

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Certain elements in breastmilk are not in artificial baby milk (formula) even though we have known of their importance to the baby for several years — for example, antibodies and cells for protection of the baby against infection, and long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids for optimal development of the baby's vision and brain.

«Introducing solid foods early means that the baby gets less breast milk over the course of their infancy, and that decreases the ability to get optimal benefits, like protection against infection,» said Dr. Alice Kuo, from the UCLA Center for Healthier Children, Families and Communities.

Exclusive breastfeeding is sufficient to support optimal growth and development for approximately the first 6 months of life and provides continuing protection against diarrhea and respiratory tract infection....