Why is breastfeeding better than bottle feeding?


Breastfeeding protects your baby against illness and allergies and buffers the immune system. Breast milk contains substances that encourage the development of baby's immune system, which are simply not found in formula milk. Special antibodies in breast milk line the baby's gut and protects against gastrointestinal infections. Breast milk is also rich in minerals and antioxidants and antibacterial substances that help ward off bacterial and viral infections. It is also a good source of enzymes that keep diarrhea at bay. Apart from the above breast milk also provides baby with essential fatty acids important for the proper growth and functioning of baby's immune system. And most importantly, the emotional bonding which breastfed babies enjoy.