All of the following are potential health benefits of lactation that benefit the mother except

a. reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
b. lengthened birth intervals or time between pregnancies.
c. increased energy expenditure may aid in weight loss.
d. reduced risk of all types of cancer.
e. cntraction of the uterus after birth.


Answer: D

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