This comprehensive and updated book focuses on breastfeeding and its long-term effects which affect health and development, providing a protective metabolic programming against chronic non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome and hypertension.
All recent developments of programming effects of breastfeeding are covered in chapters that provide fundamental knowledge besides update and sophisticated information on the subject. Special focus on:
- Metabolic programming
- Neuro-developmental Programming
- Infections
This book will benefit neonatologists, pediatricians, GPs, obstetricians, endocrinologists and all health professionals interested in this quite new and developing topic. Residents and student will appreciate the contents coverage and clarity.
This comprehensive and up-to-date book is focused on the benefits of breastfeeding and its long-term effects on health and development, including its protective metabolic programming against chronic non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome, and hypertension.The book covers all recent developments in programming effects of breastfeeding, with chapters providing fundamental knowledge, as well as sophisticated and updated information on the subject. The book also has a special focus on metabolic programming, neuro-developmental programming, and infections.
This book is a valuable resource for neonatologists, pediatricians, GPs, obstetricians, endocrinologists, and all health professionals interested in this developing topic. Residents and students will appreciate the comprehensive coverage and clarity of the contents.
