Question

To reduce her child's risk of obesity during childhood, when possible, a new mother should breastfeed her baby exclusively for the first 6 months of life and continue breastfeeding along with introducing appropriate food after 6 months.


Group startsTrue or False

Answer 1

True. Breastfeeding exclusively for the first 6 months and continuing breastfeeding while introducing appropriate solid foods thereafter can help reduce the risk of obesity in children. Breast milk provides the necessary nutrients and supports healthy growth and development.