The association between maternal body mass index and child obesity: A systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionsThis research has identified a 264% increase in the odds of child obesity when mothers have obesity before conception. This study provides substantial evidence for the need to develop interventions that commence prior to conception, to support women of childbearing age with weight management in order to halt intergenerational obesity.
Source: PLoS Medicine - Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Source Type: research