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A breastfeeding woman improves her heart health

11.08.2023

Scientists from the University of Adelaide presented interesting results from a study that found a link between the duration of breastfeeding for at least six months and improved cardiovascular and metabolic health in women. This effect is observed for at least three years, it is especially significant for those who have experienced a complicated pregnancy.

The study involved 160 pairs of mothers and their children. The scientists conducted a detailed analysis of the women's health and assessed their experience of breastfeeding over the past three years.

The results showed that women who breastfed their babies for six months or longer had lower weight and body mass index compared to those who either did not breastfeed or did so for a shorter period of time. In addition, this group of women also had lower blood pressure, lower triglycerides, lower insulin levels, and higher levels of high-density lipoproteins.

Scientists attribute these findings to improved cardiovascular and metabolic health. The effect was especially pronounced in women who experienced serious complications during pregnancy.

The results obtained provide important arguments in favor of the recommendation for long-term breastfeeding for women. However, the scientists are calling for more research to elucidate more detailed mechanisms behind the discovered link.

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