This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
Exclusive breast feeding is at least till? 
Select and explain. 
A. 4 month, B. 6 month, C. 8 month, D. 10 month
B: 6 month
Answer: B: 6 month 
Explanation: Ans. is 'b' i.e., 6 months o Exclusive breast feeding :The baby should be given only breast milk and nothing else (not even water) for first 6 months of life. Weaning should be staed by 6 months of age with semisolid food, in addition to continuing breast feeding. o The WHO recommends exclusive breast feeding for the first six months of life and then breast feeding up to two years or more. o Complementary feeding means giving the child other nutritious foods in addition to breast milk. Breast feeding is sufficient food for first 6 months. Thereafter, concentrated energy dense complementary foods are essential in order to maintain an adequate velocity of growth for the infant.