Food Quote by David Perlmutter
““babies who are regularly breast-fed when they are first introduced to foods containing gluten have been shown to cut their risk of developing celiac disease by 52 percent, compared with those who are not being breast-fed.””
About This Quote
Source Research: Study on Breastfeeding and Celiac Risk, 2020
Breastfeeding while introducing gluten reduces children's chance of developing celiac disease.
In simple terms: Breastfeeding cuts celiac risk.
Key Takeaway
Consider breastfeeding when introducing gluten.
Themes
nutrition
child health
prevention
Mood
cautious
informative
Type
educational
research
When to use this quote
- parenting
- pediatric nutrition
- dietary guidelines
- public health
Key Concepts
immune tolerance
gluten exposure
Questions to Reflect On
- How can non‑breastfeeding families reduce celiac risk?
- What other early diet factors matter?
A Different Perspective
Not all families can breastfeed; other factors affect risk.
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