Breast feeding increases IQ

Dr. Weeks’ Comment:   just thought you’d want to know…

(another example of how doing things naturally is better for all involved!)

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Breastfeeding and Later Cognitive and Academic Outcomes

Horwood, L.J., et al., Pediatrics 101:1-13; January 1998

  • Increasing duration of breastfeeding was associated with consistent and statistically significant increases in I.Q. assessed at ages 8 and 9 years; reading comprehension, mathematical ability and scholastic ability assessed at 8 and 12 years; and higher levels of attainment in school leaving examinations.”

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