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Benefits of breastfeeding and moringa

Breastfeeding provides numerous benefits to both the mother and the baby. Here are some of the key benefits:

For the Baby:

  • Breast milk is highly nutritious and contains all the necessary nutrients for healthy growth and development.
  • Breast milk helps protect against infections, as it contains antibodies and immune-boosting substances.
  • Breastfeeding can reduce the risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome).
  • Breastfeeding has been linked to a lower risk of obesity, asthma, and allergies in children.

For the Mother:

  • Breastfeeding can help the uterus contract and return to its pre-pregnancy size more quickly.
  • Breastfeeding can lower the risk of breast and ovarian cancer, as well as osteoporosis.
  • Breastfeeding can be a bonding experience between mother and baby.
  • Breastfeeding is convenient, as it is always available and does not require any preparation or clean-up.

Here are some websites with more information on the benefits of breastfeeding:

  1. La Leche League International: https://www.llli.org/breastfeeding-info/benefits/

  2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-benefits/index.html

  3. American Academy of Pediatrics: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/breastfeeding/Pages/Benefits-of-Breastfeeding-for-Mom-and-Baby.aspx

We have made the wonderful postnatal collagen with Moringa because of it’s known benefits in breastfeeding  

Moringa, also known as "the miracle tree," is a plant that is native to South Asia and has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. Moringa is rich in nutrients, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds, and it may have several benefits for breastfeeding mothers. Here are some of the potential benefits of moringa for breastfeeding:

  1. Increased milk production: Moringa leaves are rich in phytoestrogens, which are plant compounds that can mimic the effects of estrogen in the body. This can help increase milk production in breastfeeding mothers.

  2. Improved quality of breast milk: Moringa leaves contain several nutrients that are important for the development of the baby, such as calcium, iron, and vitamins A and C. Consuming moringa may help improve the nutritional quality of breast milk.

  3. Reduced postpartum depression: Moringa leaves contain compounds that have been shown to have antidepressant effects. Consuming moringa may help reduce symptoms of postpartum depression in breastfeeding mothers.

  4. Boosted immune system: Moringa leaves contain several antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that can help boost the immune system and protect against infections.

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