Université Laval
Cohorte Prévention

Association between maternal diet during lactation, human milk composition, and infant growth trajectories.

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Association between maternal diet during lactation, human milk composition, and infant growth trajectories.

Lead researcher: Julie Robitaille, Ph.D., Dt.P.1,2,3

  1. Laval University, Québec, QC, Canada
  2. CHU de Québec–Laval University Research Center, Québec, QC, Canada
  3. Institute of Nutrition and Functional Foods (INAF), NUTRISS Research Center, Laval University, Québec, QC, Canada

Study abstract:  

Breastfeeding can significantly influence children's long-term health. However, the mechanisms underlying its benefits and the composition of human milk remain poorly understood. Maternal lifestyle habits are among the main factors affecting human milk composition. The objective of this study is to examine the impact of maternal diet and cannabis use on the composition of human milk and child growth, and to assess how socioeconomic status may influence milk composition.