Child Obesity Linked To Formula, Early Start On Solids

Child obesity linked to formula, early start on solids

Study finds that breast-fed babies who are fed solids before 4 months are not at increased risk later on.

Senh: More evidence that babies should be breast-fed during their first six months if possible, as if there aren't enough already.

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