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    Lower Birth Weight Linked to Lower Academic Performance

    Previous research has linked birth weight with a number of outcomes later in life. Low birth weight increases the risk of health problems such as high blood pressure, insulin resistance, cardiovascular disease, and autism spectrum disorder. Now a new study from researchers at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois finds that children born with low birth […] More

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    High Levels of Trans Fat During Pregnancy Leads to Bigger Babies

    Pregnant women who eat foods high in trans fats such as snack foods and fast foods tend to have bigger babies. The study reported in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined the eating habits of 1,400 pregnant women and found that consuming trans fats raises “bad” LDL cholesterol while lowering heart-healthy HDL cholesterol. According […] More