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The impact of maternal nutrition during pregnancy and lactation on the gut microbiome of offspring.

The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in human health, and its composition can be influenced by a variety of factors, including diet. Recent research has focused on the impact of maternal nutrition during pregnancy and lactation on the gut microbiome of offspring. In a scientific article* titled "Impact of maternal nutrition in Pregnancy and Lactation on offspring gut microbial composition and Function," published in the Gut Microbes Journal in 2016, the authors explore this topic in-depth. In this blog post, we will summarize the findings of this study and discuss the implications for maternal and child health.

 

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The study aimed to investigate the impact of maternal nutrition during pregnancy and lactation on the gut microbiome of offspring. The authors used a mouse model to compare the gut microbial composition and function of offspring from mothers fed a high-fat diet with those from mothers fed a normal diet. The results showed that the offspring of mothers fed a high-fat diet had a significantly different gut microbial composition than those from mothers fed a normal diet. Specifically, the offspring of mothers fed a high-fat diet had an increase in Firmicutes and a decrease in Bacteroides, which are associated with obesity and metabolic disorders in humans.

 

Moreover, the offspring of mothers fed a high-fat diet also had altered gut microbial function, including reduced short-chain fatty acid production, which is essential for gut health. These changes in gut microbial composition and function were associated with metabolic disorders, including increased body weight, impaired glucose tolerance, and insulin resistance, in the offspring.

 

The study's findings suggest that maternal nutrition during pregnancy and lactation can have long-lasting effects on the gut microbiome of offspring and may contribute to the development of metabolic disorders. Therefore, it is essential for pregnant and lactating women to maintain a healthy diet to ensure optimal gut microbial composition and function in their offspring.

 

The study provides valuable insights into the impact of maternal nutrition during pregnancy and lactation on the gut microbiome of offspring. The findings suggest that maternal diet can significantly influence the gut microbial composition and function of offspring, which may have long-lasting effects on their health. Therefore, it is crucial for pregnant and lactating women to maintain a healthy diet to ensure optimal gut microbial composition and function in their offspring. Further research is needed to explore the mechanisms underlying the effects of maternal nutrition on the gut microbiome of offspring and develop interventions to mitigate the negative impacts of an unhealthy diet.

 

Reference:

* Derrick, M., Chu., Kristen, M., Meyer., Amanda, Prince., Kjersti, Aagaard. Impact of maternal nutrition in pregnancy and lactation on offspring gut microbial composition and function. Gut microbes, (2016).;7(6):459-470. doi: 10.1080/19490976.2016.1241357

Waleed Foad

Dr. Waleed Foad

Physician Nutrition Consultant, For 15+ years

Master degree in Public Health, Majoring: Nutrition


Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)


Alexandria University, Egypt.

Posted on
08 May 2023
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Walaa Foula

Dr. Walaa Foula

Physician Nutrition Consultant, For 17+ years

Doctorate degree in Public Health, Majoring: Nutrition


Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)


Alexandria University, Egypt.

Posted on
08 May 2023
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