Q. A major benefit of breast feeding for the new born infant is
A) Low lactose content
B) The high casein content
C) Passive immunity
D) E. coli factor
Explanation
The major benefit of breast feeding for the newborn infant is passive immunity. The acquisition of the antibodies in colostrum by an infant is an example of (neturally acquired) passive immunity
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