Which of the following statements is true?

A. Breastfed babies are less likely to develop allergies than babies who are fed infant formula.
B. Breastfed infants generally develop more ear infections than babies who are fed infant formula.
C. In the United States, children who were breastfed as infants are more likely to reach puberty faster than children who were fed formula as babies.
D. Compared to babies who consume infant formula, breastfed babies are less likely to develop inherited diseases such as cystic fibrosis and sickle cell anemia.


Answer: A

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