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Fetal Programming And Later Obesity In A Predominantly Latino Wic Population, Eric George Walsh
Fetal Programming And Later Obesity In A Predominantly Latino Wic Population, Eric George Walsh
Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects
Background: In utero stressors may work to program the metabolism of the developing fetus in such a way that predisposes him/her to obesity later on. Studies have shown that breastfeeding is protective against childhood obesity and suggest that after six months the weight gain in breastfed babies slows opposed to formula fed babies who continue with rapid weight gain. This slowing of weight gain has been shown to be protective against adiposity and later life weight gain.
Purpose: This study looks to further explore these findings in a low income Latino population adding mother’s feelings about the pregnancy and the …