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Why doctors recommend breast feeding during initial period of infant growth? - Biology

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Why doctors recommend breast feeding during initial period of infant growth?

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The milk produced during the initial few days of lactaion is called colostrum which contains several antibodies (especially 1gA) essential to develop resistance in the new-born babies against diseases. Breast-feeding during the initial period of infant growth is recommended by doctors for bringing up a healthy baby.

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Chapter 3: Human Reproduction - SHORT ANSWER [Page 22]

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Chapter 3 Human Reproduction
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