Effects of Parity and Breastfeeding Duration on Bone Density in Postmenopausal Women

ConclusionsBreastfeeding duration may affect the occurrence of lumbar vertebral or femoral neck osteopenia or osteoporosis. Therefore, women who breastfeed for one year or more require education on the risk of bone loss and the need for preventive measures such as adequate calcium intake and physical exercise.
Source: Asian Nursing Research - Category: Nursing Source Type: research