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Key Nutrient in Breastmilk Absent From Infant Formula

It’s no secret that breast milk is the perfect food for the human infant, as it contains all the nutrients vital for healthy growth and development, plus beneficial microbes that promote a healthy gut microbiome. Studies show that breastfed babies tend to be healthier than babies who are formula fed, especially in their first year of life. The benefits of breastfeeding are tremendous, and the longer a baby is breastfed, the more far-reaching the health benefits are throughout their lives....