CFD 1220 Lecture Notes - Lecture 13: Dental Caries, Malocclusion, Antibody
25 Oct 2016
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Breastmilk is nutritionally superior and provides many physical and emotional advantages to the baby. There are many benefits of breastfeeding that both benefit the mom and baby. Transfers antibodies and other infection fighting agents from mother to baby. Have fewer allergic reactions and respiratory and intestinal illnesses. Breast milk has anti-inflammatory effects which reduce the severity of illness symptoms. Breastfeeding in the first 4 months is linked to lower blood cholesterol levels. Protects against faulty jaw development and tooth decay. Sucking the mother"s nipple helps avoid malocclusion which is a condition where the upper and lower jaw don"t meet properly. Protects tooth decay due to sweet liquid remaining in the mouths of infants who fall asleep while sucking. Provides the correct balance of fat and protein. Human milk is higher in fat and lower in protein. This balance mixed with the unique proteins and fats contained in human milk, is ideal for a proper functioning nervous system.
