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Snacking on high GI foods during late pregnancy may lead to the birth of a heavier baby with an increased risk of childhood obesity (AlphaGalileo, 14 April 2009)

17 Apr 2009


Researchers from the UCD Conway Institute at University College Dublin, Ireland have discovered that mothers who snack on high GI (Glycaemic Index) foods during later pregnancy may give birth to heavier babies with a greater risk of childhood obesity.

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