Breastfeeding reduces the risk of obesity in childhood and adolescence
Childhood obesity has increased dramatically over the last decades, representing one of the most serious public health hazards of the 21st century. Efforts must be made by healthcare professionals to prevent it, as it is associated with short- and long-term risks for physical and mental health and b...
Main Authors: | Eleni-Maria Papatesta, Nicoletta Iacovidou |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hygeia Press di Corridori Marinella
2013-08-01
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Series: | Journal of Pediatric and Neonatal Individualized Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://www.jpnim.com/index.php/jpnim/article/view/75 |
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