Breastfeeding and the Developmental Origins of Asthma: Current Evidence, Possible Mechanisms, and Future Research Priorities

Breastfeeding has many established health benefits, but its impact on asthma development is uncertain. Breastfeeding appears to have a positive and dose-dependent impact on respiratory health, particularly during early childhood and in high-risk populations; however, the strength and causality of th...

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Main Authors: Kozeta Miliku, Meghan B. Azad
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-07-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/10/8/995