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Kids' metabolic health can be improved with exercise during pregnancy

Kids' metabolic health can be improved with exercise during pregnancy

by Joslin Diabetes CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainA mechanism has been identified that explains how physical exercise in pregnancy confers metabolic health benefits in offspring. According to res

Kids' metabolic health can be improved with exercise during pregnancy

by Joslin Diabetes CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainA mechanism has been identified that explains how physical exercise in pregnancy confers metabolic health benefits in offspring. According to res
Exercise during pregnancy reduces the risk of type-2 diabetes in offspring

Exercise during pregnancy reduces the risk of type-2 diabetes in offspring

by Tohoku UniversityMaternal exercise protects offspring from the detrimental effects on their glucose metabolism when the mother consumes a high-fat diet. Exercise-induced, placenta-derived SOD3

Exercise during pregnancy reduces the risk of type-2 diabetes in offspring

by Tohoku UniversityMaternal exercise protects offspring from the detrimental effects on their glucose metabolism when the mother consumes a high-fat diet. Exercise-induced, placenta-derived SOD3
Sufficient preconception vitamin D tied to lower miscarriage risk

Sufficient preconception vitamin D tied to lower miscarriage risk

(HealthDay)—Preconception vitamin D levels may play a role in maintaining pregnancy, according to a study published recently inThe Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology.Sunni Mumford, Ph.D., from

Sufficient preconception vitamin D tied to lower miscarriage risk

(HealthDay)—Preconception vitamin D levels may play a role in maintaining pregnancy, according to a study published recently inThe Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology.Sunni Mumford, Ph.D., from
Fasting in pregnancy linked to lower birth weight

Fasting in pregnancy linked to lower birth weight

by Elana GotkineFasting during pregnancy is associated with lower birth weight; however, dietary composition outside of fasting hours modifies this association, according to a study published online F

Fasting in pregnancy linked to lower birth weight

by Elana GotkineFasting during pregnancy is associated with lower birth weight; however, dietary composition outside of fasting hours modifies this association, according to a study published online F
Pregnant pause: Is that drug safe for baby?

Pregnant pause: Is that drug safe for baby?

by University of ManitobaCredit: University of ManitobaMost first-time mothers have a lot of questions about their pregnancies.When it comes to things like diet and exercise, the answers are stra

Pregnant pause: Is that drug safe for baby?

by University of ManitobaCredit: University of ManitobaMost first-time mothers have a lot of questions about their pregnancies.When it comes to things like diet and exercise, the answers are stra
Stress during pregnancy can affect child's diet

Stress during pregnancy can affect child's diet

by Julie Greco,Cornell UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMothers' exposure to stress during pregnancy could have long-term detrimental effects on their children's diets, and the

Stress during pregnancy can affect child's diet

by Julie Greco,Cornell UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMothers' exposure to stress during pregnancy could have long-term detrimental effects on their children's diets, and the
Low-level alcohol use during pregnancy can impact child's brain development

Low-level alcohol use during pregnancy can impact child's brain development

by University of SydneyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research from the University of Sydney finds that even low levels of alcohol consumption during pregnancy can have an impact on a chil

Low-level alcohol use during pregnancy can impact child's brain development

by University of SydneyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research from the University of Sydney finds that even low levels of alcohol consumption during pregnancy can have an impact on a chil
Physical activity during pregnancy is linked to lung function in offspring

Physical activity during pregnancy is linked to lung function in offspring

by European Lung FoundationPhysical activity during pregnancy is linked to lung function in offspring. Credit: Dr Hrefna Katrin GudmundsdottirResearchers have found further evidence that exercise

Physical activity during pregnancy is linked to lung function in offspring

by European Lung FoundationPhysical activity during pregnancy is linked to lung function in offspring. Credit: Dr Hrefna Katrin GudmundsdottirResearchers have found further evidence that exercise
Stress, anxiety and depression during pregnancy may hinder toddler's cognitive development

Stress, anxiety and depression during pregnancy may hinder toddler's cognitive development

by Children's National HospitalCatherine Limperopoulos, Ph.D., chief and director of the Developing Brain Institute at Children’s National and senior author of the study. Credit: Children&#39

Stress, anxiety and depression during pregnancy may hinder toddler's cognitive development

by Children's National HospitalCatherine Limperopoulos, Ph.D., chief and director of the Developing Brain Institute at Children’s National and senior author of the study. Credit: Children&#39
Prepregnancy BMI tied to risks for maternal morbidity, mortality

Prepregnancy BMI tied to risks for maternal morbidity, mortality

Maternal prepregnancy obesity is associated with an elevated risk for severe maternal morbidity and/or mortality, according to a study published online June 28 inJAMA Network Open.Heather A. Fre

Prepregnancy BMI tied to risks for maternal morbidity, mortality

Maternal prepregnancy obesity is associated with an elevated risk for severe maternal morbidity and/or mortality, according to a study published online June 28 inJAMA Network Open.Heather A. Fre
The importance of social support during pregnancy

The importance of social support during pregnancy

by University of Technology, SydneyCredit: Lisa Runnels from PixabayWhether it is a cup of tea and a chat, the loan of some baby equipment in preparation for the new arrival, or a hug when things

The importance of social support during pregnancy

by University of Technology, SydneyCredit: Lisa Runnels from PixabayWhether it is a cup of tea and a chat, the loan of some baby equipment in preparation for the new arrival, or a hug when things
The benefits of strength training during pregnancy

The benefits of strength training during pregnancy

by Len CanterFor most healthy women, exercise during pregnancy is as important as it is at all times of life. It brings benefits such as better overall health, preventing back pain and keeping you reg

The benefits of strength training during pregnancy

by Len CanterFor most healthy women, exercise during pregnancy is as important as it is at all times of life. It brings benefits such as better overall health, preventing back pain and keeping you reg