Pregnant women's dietary patterns and knowledge of gestational weight gain: A cross-sectional study.

Busisiwe DikgaleFuziwe DlakavuAndries MasengeRadkeva SlavaSumaiya Adam

Published in: International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (2024)

Despite basic knowledge of the impact of high-caloric intake on weight gain and cardiovascular complications, less than half of the study population gained weight within the recommended range.

Keyphrases

weight gain
body mass index
birth weight
pregnant women
healthcare
weight loss
risk factors
physical activity
preterm birth