24/04/2026
Exclusive breastfeeding for at least three months can have long-term effects on a baby’s biology.
Researchers found it can influence how genes are expressed — not by changing DNA, but by controlling how genes “turn on or off.”
These effects may last for years, shaping immune function and metabolism.
Breast milk contains bioactive compounds that help build a healthy gut microbiome.
This microbiome plays a key role in immunity, digestion, and even disease prevention.
Studies show breastfed babies tend to have more beneficial bacteria and fewer harmful ones.
This could explain why breastfeeding is linked to lower risks of infections, obesity, and chronic diseases later in life.
.. https://www.zmescience.com/medicine/nutrition-medicine/exclusive-breastfeeding-for-three-months-changes-how-the-babys-genes-work-for-years/