U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services Head Start Program – Focus Areas: Diabetes & Obesity: Breastfeeding
http://www.ihs.gov/NonMedicalPrograms/HeadStart/index.cfm?module=fa_do_bf

Abstract
The benefits of breastfeeding are provided for the baby, mom, and community. Staff and pregnant women may use this information to learn about the benefits of breastfeeding. Breastfeeding may protect babies from developing obesity and reduce risk of developing type 2 diabetes.


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