You are presenting a talk on the benefits of breast-feeding to a group of new mothers in Zimbabwe. There have been numerous cases of infant diarrhea within this population over the past several years. Why is breast-feeding especially important under these circumstances?
A) The emotional bonding enhances the overall health of the infant.
B) The lactoferrin protein present in breast milk stimulates T-cell immunity.
C) The lactadherin protein present in breast milk attacks diarrhea-causing viruses.
D) Breast milk as a source of nutrition limits the feeding of other foods which may be contaminated.
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