| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4165157 | The Journal of Pediatrics | 2012 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Breastfeeding, particularly exclusive breastfeeding, protects against current asthma up to 6 years. Although exclusive breastfeeding reduced risk of current asthma in all children to age 6, the degree of protection beyond 3 years was more pronounced in atopic children.
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Authors
Karen M. PhD, Chris M. PhD, Kristin PhD, Philip K. MD, Tristram MBChB, David MD, Julian FRACP, G. Ian MD, Michael J. PhD, FRACP, New Zealand Asthma and Allergy Cohort Study Group New Zealand Asthma and Allergy Cohort Study Group,