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What is meant by anti-infective property of breast milk?
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Solution
- Breast milk has anti-infective properties, which means it can protect newborns from infections and diseases.
- Breast milk contains antibodies, immunological cells, and other bioactive components that boost the baby's immune system.
- These substances help fight off pathogens like bacteria and viruses, reducing the risk of respiratory infections, diarrhoea, and ear infections in infants.
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