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September 18, 2025Maternal and Child NutritionOpen Access

Breastfeeding and Water Security

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RPRafael Pérez‐EscamillaVMVictoria Hall Morán

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Overview

This editorial highlights breastfeeding's impact on water security and food security for infants, suggesting it can mitigate climate change effects.

Key Points

  • Breastfeeding can substantially reduce water usage globally by minimizing reliance on commercial milk formula.
  • Exclusive breastfeeding, vital for infants under 6 months, offers a safe water source and significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Climate change exacerbates water insecurity, making breastfeeding an essential public health intervention during emergencies.
  • Investing in breastfeeding support is crucial for environmental protection and should be incorporated into climate change policies.

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Pérez‐Escamilla et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d462d231b076d99fa6267dhttps://doi.org/10.1111/mcn.70114
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