A Mediterranean-style diet, rich in fiber, vegetable proteins and healthy fats, benefits maternal health during pregnancy and breastfeeding. In addition to improving intestinal function and mucosal ...

New studies by the UB, in collaboration with IATA-CSIC, reveal that a diet rich in vegetable proteins, fibre and healthy fatty acids benefits both mothers and their babies during pregnancy and ...

The importance of prenatal vitamins extends far beyond basic nutrition, playing a crucial role in preventing birth defects and supporting healthy fetal development. These specialized supplements ...

Maternal and Infant Nutrition Education (MINE) Online is a self-paced introduction to nutrition during pregnancy, lactation, and infancy. It includes approximately 6.75 hours of evidence-based content ...

The results of research in rats suggest that maternal diet during pregnancy can significantly impact the gut microbial communities, and affect the obesity risk, of their offspring. The study, by a ...

Children whose mothers consumed greater amounts of polyphenols in the last trimester of pregnancy scored significantly higher on several cognitive measures at 8 years of age than children of mothers ...

A new study investigates the link between consuming sweeteners during pregnancy and a child’s risk of obesity. Pregnant rats fed with stevia or aspartame gave birth to pups that had a higher risk of ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A Western diet pattern is associated with increased risk for autism and ADHD. A study author noted that health ...