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[Literature Library] Probiotics and mastitis

Mastitis, a common condition among breastfeeding women, is associated with decreased breastfeeding rate. This review article analyzed current evidence on the inflammatory effects of probiotics on preventing and treating mastitis.
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Infographic – Risk Factors Associated with Preterm Birth
A summary of risk factors and latest nutritional science related to preterm birth
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[Literature Library] Omega-3 fatty acids and preterm birth

A cross-sectional analysis of 184 countries revealed that deficiency of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (e.g. EPA, DHA) may be a contributing factor in preterm birth. Rate of preterm birth declined linearly with increasing omega-3 intake, up to ~600 mg daily.
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[Literature Library] Dietary carbohydrates and gestational diabetes mellitus

Special attention to type and amount of dietary carbohydrates is important in managing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) because of its impact on maternal glucose level.
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[Literature Library] Human milk omega-3 fatty acid composition and infant temperament

Mothers may be able to shape the behavior of their children through adjusting the omega-3 fatty acid composition in human milk.
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[Literature Library] Metal exposure and gestational diabetes mellitus

In a prospective cohort study, the associations between urinary metals in early pregnancy and risk of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) was examined among Chinese women.
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[Literature Library] A review of the current evidence on nutritional and bioactive solutions for preterm birth risk reduction

This review provided a comprehensive overview of the existing evidence in nutritional and bioactive solutions for reducing the risk of preterm birth (PTB) (<37 weeks of gestation).
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[Literature Library] Energy intake requirements in pregnancy

This summary overviewed the energy intake requirements specific to the balance between energy expenditure and energy deposition throughout different stages in pregnancy. It also discussed models to estimate energy intake requirement with accuracy, strength, and limitations.
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[Literature Library] Inositol and antioxidant supplementation: safety and efficacy in pregnancy

With insulin being the only therapeutic option to manage gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), this article reviewed the existing evidence to clarify the effect of inositol- and antioxidant-based supplement administration during pregnancy affected by insulin resistance and/or diabetes.
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[Literature Library] Effects on the gut microbiota and immune response after probiotic supplementation among pregnant women

This study was to examine the effect of probiotics on the gut microbiota and immune response. The gut microbiota varied during the third trimester of pregnancy and structure of gut microbiota remained stable after probiotic supplementation.