The association between fetal growth and neonatal adiposity in urban South African infants

ConclusionIn utero abdominal growth is predictive of neonatal adiposity. Additionally, greater fetal growth – particularly of the abdominal circumference – mediates the effect of GWG on neonatal adiposity. In settings such as South Africa, strategies to ensure healthy pregnancy weight gain can contribute to prevention of intergenerational obesity risk.

Source: Pediatric Obesity - September 29, 2020 Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Authors: Stephanie V. Wrottesley, Alessandra Prioreschi, Shane A. Norris Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH Source Type: research