2025, Vol. 8, Issue 2, Part A

author(s)
Himanshi

abstract

Introduction: Breastfeeding is the natural feeding and breast milk is the best milk. The basic food of infant is mother’s milk. Breast feeding is the most effective way to provide a baby with a caring environment and complete food. Children who are not breastfeed appropriately have repeated infections grow slowly, and are almost six times more likely to die by the age of 1 month compared to children who receive at least some breast milk. For many children, breast milk provides the main source of nourishment in the first year of life. Breast feeding should be first initiated within an hour of birth. The first milk which is called colostrum is suitable for the baby.

Anorexia nervosa is defined as the restriction of nutrient intake relative to requirements, which leads to significantly low body weight. Patients with this eating disorder will have fear of gaining weight along and a distorted body image with the inability to comprehend the seriousness of their condition. This activity reviews the evaluation and management of anorexia nervosa and highlights the role of the inter-professional team in improving care for patients with this condition.