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Does Breastfeeding Increase IQ?

Does Breastfeeding Increase IQ?

A major 30-year study claims to show breastfed babies become more intelligent, higher...

More or Less · BBC Radio 4

March 21, 20159m 34s

Show Notes

A major 30-year study claims to show breastfed babies become more intelligent, higher earning adults. It's not the first time we've heard that breastfeeding raises IQ levels; but is this evidence any more convincing? Ruth Alexander and Hannah Moore explore the details with Dr Stuart Ritchie from The University of Edinburgh. This programme was first broadcast on the BBC World Service.