Saigh Budor H
Department of Special Education, College of Education, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
J Health Popul Nutr. 2025 Mar 4;44(1):62. doi: 10.1186/s41043-025-00784-8.
This paper examines the complex relationship between breastfeeding duration and the incidence of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), focusing on identifying the most beneficial weaning period and its subsequent effects on child development. Breastfeeding is widely recognized for its role in promoting early health, strengthening the immune system, and supporting neurodevelopment. However, the debate over its optimal duration persists. Integrating insights from current scientific studies with interpretations of Qur'anic teachings, this study advocates for a breastfeeding duration of 21 months. This duration balances the benefits of extended breastfeeding with potential risks associated with prolonged exposure, reflecting both ancient wisdom and contemporary evidence. Key findings suggest that breastfeeding may play a preventive role in mitigating ASD symptoms and enhancing neurodevelopment through mechanisms such as immune regulation, microbiome diversity, and hormonal pathways. These insights underline the need for further specialized research to explore the long-term impacts of breastfeeding on ASD-related outcomes.
本文探讨了母乳喂养时长与自闭症谱系障碍（ASD）发病率之间的复杂关系，重点在于确定最有益的断奶期及其对儿童发育的后续影响。母乳喂养因其在促进早期健康、增强免疫系统和支持神经发育方面的作用而得到广泛认可。然而，关于其最佳时长的争论仍在继续。本研究将当前科学研究的见解与对《古兰经》教义的解读相结合，主张母乳喂养时长为21个月。这一时长在延长母乳喂养的益处与长期接触相关潜在风险之间取得了平衡，既体现了古老智慧，又反映了当代证据。主要研究结果表明，母乳喂养可能通过免疫调节、微生物群多样性和激素途径等机制，在减轻ASD症状和促进神经发育方面发挥预防作用。这些见解强调了需要进一步开展专门研究，以探索母乳喂养对与ASD相关结果的长期影响。
