Breastfeeding reduces infections in babies, boosts their immune system and prevents obesity. Breastfeeding may even help mothers by lowering the risk of developing diabetes, high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease as they age.
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[1] http://v1.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/LAC.20100712.LFFEEDINGBENEFITS0712ATL/TPStory/?query=Companies
[2] https://www.thechildren.com/en/news/news.aspx?ID=754
[3] https://www.thechildren.com/en/health/conditions.aspx?iID=23