A new study suggests that the duration of breastfeeding — and knowing when to introduce solid foods — could have an impact on the development of food allergies. Breastfeeding important, researchers emphasizeNo one is saying breastfeeding triggers food allergies. The researchers are saying that it's the duration of breastfeeding that might have a detrimental effect on the risk of food allergies. Any new recommendation to introduce solid foods earlier in infancy may conflict with current recommendations for exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life. But at the same time, parents should also consider when they add solid foods to their baby's diet.

Source: CBC News February 25, 2019 18:45 UTC