As stated in a recent article on MedicineNet.com, "Women in their 60s who had breastfed for more than 12 months over their lifespan were nearly 10% less likely to develop cardiovascular disease, and significantly less likely to develop heart disease risk factors, such as high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol, researchers report." This was based on an article in the May edition of Obstetrics & Gynecology.
We've known for many years that nursing is beneficial to the infant. Here is evidence that mom benefits as well. Keep up with nursing, moms!
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