Evidence strongly demonstrates the protective effects of breast milk compared with bottle feeding, against numerous infections, especially against gastro-intestinal infections (Hanson & Bergstrom, 1990). Breast milk also plays a protective role against respiratory tract infections, inflammation of the middle ear and meningitis. (Cunningham et al, 1991)
Breast-feeding has been shown to have a protective effect against urinary tract infections in the first six months of life. (Pisacane et al, 1992). In other infections, such as Haemophilus influenzae Type B, breast-feeding for longer than six months has also been found to have a protective effect. (Takala et al, 1989)
A new study reveals evidence that women with silicone breast implants who breast-feed their children put them at risk of developing systemic sclerosis. (JAMA Jan 19, 1994) ... breast-feeding
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