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breast milk
infant nutrition
intestinal microorganisms
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This publication explains the importance of breastmilk to the infant gut microbiome. First, the gut microbiome is defined, then the source of infant microbes is introduced, and finally the role of breastfeeding in infant gut microbiome and infant health. It is intended for a general audience of all educational backgrounds.
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