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Maternal DHA Intake May Offset High Blood Pressure Risk in Overweight or Obese Children

The study presents further evidence that omega-3 DHA during pregnancy offers benefits for offspring. A new study published in the JAMA Network Open journal suggests supplementation with omega-3 docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) during pregnancy could lead to lower blood pressure in childhood for offspring. A prespecified secondary analysis of the Kansas University DHA Outcome Study (KUDOS)—a […]

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Low-carb diets may promote higher calorie burn

A study published in the BMJ suggests that strictly limiting carbohydrates and eating more fat may help the body burn more calories. The researchers recruited 234 overweight and obese adults for a “run-in” phase, with the goal of losing about 12% of their weight over 10 weeks. Their diets were low-calorie and had moderate amounts […]