Question

which of the following statements about breastfeeding/lactation is true?
a breastfeeding is natural.
b people who breastfeed/lactate may experience many different challenges, including physical challenges (e.g. difficulty latching, pain, etc) and social/emotional/societal challenges (such as lack of support or needing to return to work/school).
c scaling up breastfeeding recommendations worldwide could prevent an estimated 823,000 child deaths and 20,000 breast cancer deaths per year.
d the world health organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding (meaning nothing other than human milk unless prescribed by a physician) for 6 months, and continued breastfeeding to at least 2 years.
e all of the above are true statements.

Explanation:

• Breastfeeding is a natural biological process.
• Breast - feeding individuals often face physical and social/emotional/societal challenges.
• Evidence shows that increased breastfeeding can have significant health benefits in preventing child and breast - cancer deaths.
• The World Health Organization has specific breastfeeding recommendations as stated.

Answer:

E. All of the above are true statements.