Nutrition Fitness News

Studies used to determine nutritional recommendations in the U.S. and Canada often lack women, including those who are pregnant, according to findings published in Science Advances.

Women with obesity receive inconsistent counseling about the impact that their weight can have on fertility and about weight loss strategies before they begin infertility care, at ASRM Scientific Congress & Expo.

Increased physical activity before and during fertility treatment was associated with improved metabolic measures but did not impact birth outcomes among women with obesity, researchers reported.

Student enjoyment of fitness testing is a key factor for engagement, according to research published in Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy. The study further found girls in secondary school enjoy these activities less than boys.

Eating breakfast regularly, especially when the meal included more than 25 grams of fiber, was linked to lower overall and cardiovascular mortality, a cohort study showed.

Women with high blood lipid levels during early pregnancy face higher risks of having children with congenital heart disease, according to a study published by Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica.

Pregnant women on ketogenic diets may face greater risks for birth defects and gestational diabetes, according to a narrative review published in Frontiers in Nutrition.

Women who are experiencing hot flashes as part of menopause could benefit from changes in their diet without additional medication, according to the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome who take probiotics and synbiotics may see some “partially beneficial effect” on indices of insulin resistance, according to a meta-analysis published in the Journal of International Medical Research.

It’s tempting to picture life in the country as being all about clean air, fresh food, outdoor activities and abundant good health.