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May 9, 2005
Grandparents Affect Insulin Resistance
Eat right, especially during pregnancy. Generations depend on it.
Scientists found insulin resistance - which can lead to diabetes - may be programmed across two generations. In a study involving rats, they showed grandchildren denied proper nutrition during pregnancy were at greater risk of obesity and insulin resistance. In addition, males seemed to be more affected if their mothers failed to get sufficient nutrients when being breastfed.
Posted by Diabetologica at May 9, 2005 6:22 AM