Study finds extended breastfeeding reduces infants' asthma risk by promoting healthy gut microbiome.

A study by researchers from NYU and the University of Manitoba found that breastfeeding for over three months significantly reduces infants' asthma risk by promoting a healthy gut microbiome. Extended breastfeeding fosters the maturation of beneficial microbes in the digestive system and nasal cavity, while stopping earlier disrupts this development. These findings underscore breastfeeding's critical role in respiratory health, potentially informing guidelines for infant feeding practices.