Obstetrics & gynaecology

Many women don't lose those pregnancy pounds, study finds

(HealthDay)—Women's fears that pregnancy pounds will linger are validated by new research that suggests three-quarters of new mothers are heavier a year after giving birth than they were before becoming pregnant.

Medical research

Engineered bacteria keep mice lean

Obesity levels are rising throughout the world. As obesity rates increase, so do the incidences of diabetes, heart disease, and other serious health conditions.

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Overweight moms may have dangerously big babies

(HealthDay)—Pregnancy isn't a license to gain weight, say researchers who have found that heavier moms-to-be tend to have fatter babies at greater risk for serious health issues.

page 21 from 27