Two Thirds of Pregnant Women Have a Risky Weight Problem
Summary
Research shows that about two-thirds of pregnancies involve weight gain that is not within recommended ranges. This study of 1.6 million women worldwide indicates a need for updated guidelines on healthy weight gain during pregnancy. Current guidelines do not account for modern factors like diverse populations and changing diets.Key Facts
- Two-thirds of women gain weight during pregnancy outside the recommended range.
- The research analyzed data from 1.6 million women worldwide.
- Only 32% of women gained weight within the recommended ranges during pregnancy.
- Excess weight gain increases the risk of complications like hypertensive disorders and the need for caesarean delivery.
- Too little weight gain can lead to issues like preterm birth and low birth weight.
- Current guidelines are based on data from the 1980s, mostly from white women in high-income countries.
- New WHO guidelines aim to consider modern factors and more diverse populations.
- Experts suggest personalized and non-judgmental approaches to pregnancy weight recommendations.
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