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Science-based tips to control weight gain in pregnancy

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Three simple tips to control weight gain during pregnancy

A balanced, nutrient-rich diet, along with exercise, is the basis for a healthy pregnancy.

It is healthy to gain weight when you are pregnant – but you do not need to eat for two!

Here are three science-based, actionable tips for maintaining a healthy weight during pregnancy:

Eat more fruits & vegetables, eat less processed foods, and be more active!

Keep your weight gain in a healthy zone with three science-based tips
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References:

1. Black RE,Victora CG,Walker SP, Bhutta ZA, ChristianP, de Onis M, Ezzati M, Grantham-McGregor S, Katz J, Martorell R, et al. Maternal and child undernutrition and overweight in low-income and middle-income countries. Lancet 2013; 382:427-51. doi: 10.1016/S0140- 6736(13)60937

2.Koletzko B, Brands B,Poston L, Godfrey K, Demmelmair H. Early nutrition programming of long-term health.Proc Nutr Soc 2012; 71:371-8. doi: 10.1017/S0029665112000596

3. Dodd JM. Dietary and lifestyle advice for pregnant women who are overweight or obese: the LIMIT randomized trial.Ann Nutr Metab 2014; 64:197-202. doi: 10.1159/000


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