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FAQs

Can I influence the composition of breast milk through my diet?

The breastfeeding mother's diet influences the nutrient content of breast milk. Certain nutrients can be influenced by diet. These include
- Water-soluble vitamins (e.g. B vitamins)
- Vitamin D
- Omega-3 fatty acids

The taste and odour of breast milk changes depending on what is eaten during the breastfeeding period.

Caution! Alcohol, caffeine and nicotine pass into the milk of a breastfeeding mother. Breastfeeding mothers should avoid alcohol and nicotine during the breastfeeding period and only consume a limited amount of drinks with caffeine.

Do breastfeeding mothers have to give up sushi, beef tartare, tiramisu and the like, just like during pregnancy?

Prohibitions for breastfeeding women are not as strict as for pregnant women. There is no clear evidence that pathogens are absorbed through food. It is also not clear whether these pathogens are passed on to the baby via breast milk. But if breastfeeding women eat raw meat, poultry, fish, seafood, raw milk or eggs, they can contract infectious diseases. It is also possible for the baby to become infected through direct contact. To minimise the risk of food-borne infections, these foods should be heated well before consumption. Sufficient heating can kill pathogens. The food should be fully cooked. Careful kitchen hygiene is important.

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