Which statement concerning the benefits or limitations of breastfeeding is NOT accurate?

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.


D

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A This is a known benefit of breastfeeding.
B The benefits of breastfeeding continue long after weaning and have implications for the future health of the child.
C Research has shown that breastfeeding enhances cognitive development.
D Breastfeeding actually decreases the risk of childhood obesity.

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