Background Evidence shows that adequate calcium intake during pregnancy reduces the
risk of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. In most low‐and middle‐income countries …

Background: Several studies about humans and animals have separately examined the
effects of prenatal nutrition and stress on fetal development, pregnancy, and birth outcomes …

Results: pBMI was significantly associated with 40 metabolites. Nonesterified fatty acids
(NEFA) showed a strong positive association with pBMI, with specificity for mono …

Interventions have modest impact on reducing excessive gestational weight gain (GWG) in
pregnant women with overweight/obesity. This two-arm feasibility randomized control trial …

Background The knowledge and practices of health professionals have a recognized role in
behaviors related to the health of their patients. During pregnancy, this influence can be …

Objective Maternal adiposity confers an increased risk of GDM in pregnancy. A low glycemic
index (GI) dietary intervention has been found to improve glucose homeostasis and reduce …

The present study aimed to characterize dietary intake and diet quality from late pregnancy
to six months postpartum. Participants (n= 28) completed 2–3 Web-based 24 h recalls at …

Maternal obesity is associated with increased risk of gestational diabetes and other
complications. Although antenatal interventions to help prevent these complications are …

Background: Nutrition during pregnancy is undoubtedly one of the most important factors
affecting maternal health. In this regard, considering the cognitive-behavioral factors …

Maternal obesity is a global public health concern that affects every aspect of maternity care.
It affects the short-term and long-term health of the mother and her offspring. Obese …