Effects of Breastfeeding on Maternal Body Composition in Moroccan Lactating Women during Twelve Months after Birth Using Stable Isotopic Dilution Technique

Effects of Breastfeeding on Maternal Body Composition in Moroccan Lactating Women during Twelve Months after Birth Using Stable Isotopic Dilution Technique

Background: Exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of an infant’s life is an important factor for their optimal growth and health. Breastfeeding also has maternal benefits and can assist with postpartum weight loss. As shown by previous studies, postpartum weight retention can contribut...

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Main Authors: Baha Rabi, Kaoutar Benjeddou, Mohamed Idrissi, Anass Rami, Bouchera Mekkaoui, Asmaa El Hamdouchi, Hasnae Benkirane, Amina Barkat, Naima Saeid, Khalid El Kari, Hassan Aguenaou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-01-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
breastfeeding
weight loss
deuterium oxide
postpartum
human milk
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/1/146

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