Breastfeeding could protect your health

By Katie McPhilimy © copyright goodtoknow.co.uk 2009
Breastfeeding could reduce your risk of a heart attack, heart disease or a stroke, new research shows.
Why is breastfeeding in the news?
A new study carried out by the University of Pittsburgh has shown that your risk of a heart attack, heart disease or a stroke could be cut by 10% if you breastfeed for a year.
It could also reduce your risk of diabetes and high cholesterol by 20%, and your risk of high blood pressure by 12%. These all contribute to heart disease.
The research shows that breastfeeding even for just a month could cut your risk of these.
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