Breastfeeding is the best and most preferred option for feeding a baby. Which of the options below provides reasons why this is the case?

• It is an ideal food for the new-born baby.

• It provides a unique formula of proteins, carbohydrates and fats.

• Breast milk macronutrient constituents change as the baby grows; mirroring it's developing nutritional requirements.

• Breast milk is cheaper than formula.

• Breast fed babies have lower incidences of illnesses and chronic diseases such as asthma, eczema, diabetes.

• It is believed breast fed babies have lower risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)

• Babies who are breast fed are less likely to become obese.

• The omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in breast milk are at the right ratios to provide for brain development and visual acuity

• Breast fed babies will have protection from mothers who smoke.