Poor Diet During Pregnancy May Have Long Term Impact On Child's Health, Study Suggests
Monday, June 30, 2008 - 22:28
in Health & Medicine
Mothers who eat an unhealthy diet during pregnancy may be putting their children at risk of developing long term, irreversible health issues including obesity, raised levels of cholesterol and blood sugar, according to new research. The study, carried out in rats, suggests that the effect is even more pronounced in female offspring.