Breast milk contains the antibacterial agent lactoferrin, which helps protect the infant against infection.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Ans: True.

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a. A, D, E, and K b. A, B, C, and D c. B, C, and K d. B, C, and D e. C, E, and K

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Infant formula is better for babies than breast milk.

a. true b. false

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Immune-enhancing enteral formulas may be enriched with:

a. vitamin C and zinc. b. omega-3 fatty acids and arginine. c. essential amino acids and medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs). d. iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12.

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A positive relationship exists between sudden infant death syndrome and which of the following behaviors during pregnancy?

a. Lack of exercise b. High fish intake c. Cigarette smoking d. Vitamin C supplements

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