| Edition |
First edition. |
| Description |
xiii, 288 pages ; 24 cm |
| Content type |
text rdacontent |
| Format |
volume rdacarrier |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages [263]-274) and index. |
| Summary |
Microbiologists Brett Finlay and Marie-Claire Arrieta explain how the trillions of microbes that live in and on our bodies influence childhood development; why an imbalance of those microbes can lead to obesity, diabetes, and asthma, among other chronic conditions; and what parents can do -- from conception on -- to positively affect their own behaviors and those of their children. They describe how natural childbirth, breastfeeding, and solid foods influence children&#x;s microbiota. They also offer practical advice on matters such as whether to sterilize food implements for babies, the use of antibiotics, the safety of vaccines, and why having pets is a good idea. |
| Subject |
Medical microbiology.
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Bacteria -- Health aspects.
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Pathogenic microorganisms.
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Children -- Health and hygiene.
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Immune system.
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| Added Author |
Arrieta, Marie-Claire, author.
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| ISBN |
9781616206499 |
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1616206497 |
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