Research Notes on Breastfeeding May Reduce Women's Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scientists have found that women who breastfeed for 13 months or longer are 54% less likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis. Even women that breastfed for less that 12 months were 26% less likely to suffer from this disease.
Top Resources on Breastfeeding May Reduce Women's Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis
- BBC News: Breastfeeding 'May Cut Arthritis' (May 12, 2008)
- Telegraph: Breast is Best to Fight Rheumatoid Arthritis (May 12, 2008)
- U.S. News: Breast-feeding Might Shield Women From Rheumatoid Arthritis (May 13, 2008)
- Food Consumer: Breastfeeding Cuts Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis (May 13, 2008)
- Science Daily: Women Who Breastfeed For More Than A Year Halve Their Risk Of Rheumatoid Arthritis (May 13, 2008)
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