High maternal body weight and pregnancy outcome

Article Abstract:

Studies identifying the optimal weight for women wishing to become pregnant and the healthiest pattern of maternal weight gain during pregnancy are scarce. Results of a large study conducted in Sweden confirmed evidence of adverse perinatal outcomes among infants of obese pregnant women. Data from famine studies have shown the effects of acute nutritional deprivation on fetal growth.

Food and nutrition, Pregnancy, Mothers

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Body weight and mortality

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The body mass index (BMI), which indicates relative fatness and is not necessarily correlated with height, is currently used as the standard criterion for defining desirable weight. However, in terms of longevity, the optimal BMI still needs to be determined. Those who are overweight or underweight in relation to standard BMI ranges may have a potential for increased mortality.

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Studies on young child malnutrition in Iraq: problems and insights, 1990-1999

Article Abstract:

This article analyzes major trends in child nutrition in Iraq. Topics include the effect of economic sanctions on food importation, mortality rates, and public health.

Iraq, Social aspects, Statistical Data Included, Public health, Economic sanctions, Sanctions (International law), Malnutrition in children, Child malnutrition

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