Impact of Diet on Heart Health During Pregnancy: The Risk of Sugar and Fat
Consequences of Poor Diet on Baby’s Heart Health
Babies born to mothers with a diet high in fat and sugar may be more at risk of developing heart problems and diabetes as adults, according to a recent study on baboons. Physiologists at the University of South Australia fed pregnant baboons a high-fat, high-sugar diet and then analyzed tissues from the hearts of their babies, comparing the findings to that of babies born to baboons fed a healthy diet.
Findings of the Study
The researchers found that the unhealthy diet caused damage to babies' hearts, potentially increasing the likelihood of heart disease and diabetes if the babies reached adulthood. Lead author Melanie Bertossa said in a statement that the findings were significant because they demonstrated a clear link between an unhealthy diet, high in saturated fats and sugar, and poor cardiovascular health.
- High intake of sugar can lead to metabolic disorders.
- Excessive fat consumption may result in serious heart issues.
- Proper nutrition during pregnancy is vital.
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