Which statement concerning the benefits or limitations of breastfeeding is inaccurate?
a. Breast milk changes over time to meet changing needs as infants grow.
b. Long-term studies have shown that the benefits of breast milk continue after the infant is weaned.
c. Breast milk/breastfeeding may enhance cognitive development.
d. Breastfeeding increases the risk of childhood obesity.
ANS: D
Breastfeeding actually decreases the risk of childhood obesity. There are multiple benefits of breastfeeding. Breast milk changes over time to meet changing needs as infants grow. Long-term studies have shown that the benefits of breast milk continue after the infant is weaned. Breast milk/breastfeeding may enhance cognitive development.
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