Breastfeeding may reduce risk of metabolic syndrome: Study

Feb. 16 (UPI) -- A study of more than 4,700 Korean women has found a link between longer duration of breastfeeding and a lower risk of metabolic syndrome.

Metabolic syndrome is a set of symptoms including elevated blood pressure, glucose and triglyceride levels that increase a person's risk of heart attack, diabetes or stroke.

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