Benefits of human milk in preterm infant feeding

Mother’s own milk is widely recognized as the optimal feeding not only for term but also for preterm infants. Evidence documents short and long-term metabolic, immunologic and neurodevelopmental advantages of breastfeeding when compared to formula. Moreover benefits of breastfeeding on psychological...

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Main Authors: Enrico Bertino, Paola Di Nicola, Francesca Giuliani, Chiara Peila, Elena Cester, Cristina Vassia, Alice Pirra, Paola Tonetto, Alessandra Coscia
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hygeia Press di Corridori Marinella 2012-10-01
Series:Journal of Pediatric and Neonatal Individualized Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.jpnim.com/index.php/jpnim/article/view/9