A healthy, well-balanced diet helps pregnant women meet their nutritional needs for the proper growth of the baby. Key ...

During pregnancy, your daily requirements for some nutrients are significantly higher than those for non-pregnant women, requiring extra attention to ensure you’re getting enough key nutrients, ...

Study suggests dieting can lower risk for mom and baby. May 18, 2012 — -- At a time when women are "eating for two," dieting can safely lower the health risks of obesity during pregnancy, ...

A recent study published in Nutrients evaluates the impact of a Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) intervention in pregnancy on maternal well-being, sleep quality, and stress. Study: Effects of a ...

A study by Mass General Brigham, published in the JAMA medical journal, found that discontinuing popular weight loss ...

Pregnant women need the most proper diet and care during the winter months. Eating nutritious food strengthens the mother's ...

A staggering 70 percent of pregnant women exceed recommended intakes of added sugars, sodium and saturated fats. Additionally, more than half gain excess weight during pregnancy, risking the mother’s ...

If you're pregnant, lactating or trying to have a baby, one fruit could be a vital source of nutrients. During pregnancy, nutrition is critical for the health of the mother and her growing baby. Still ...

Food additives eaten during pregnancy can change gut bacteria and raise later inflammation and weight gain risk, even without ...

Can a mother’s diet during early pregnancy shape their child’s decision-making years later? Research uncovers how specifically nuts and fish can have unexpected results on impulsiveness. Study: ...

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