Breastfeeding to Combat Childhood Obesity The Duration Required to Reduce the Risk

Childhood obesity rates are rising and breastfeeding is documented as a potential protective mechanism to combat obesity risk in children. The purpose of this review of literature was to examine the duration of breastfeeding required to produce a significant reduction in obesity risk during childhood. Our findings indicate breastfeeding as a preventative measure for obesity in children is evident. However, the duration of breastfeeding required to achieve significant benefits remains uncertain.