We found mothers who were diagnosed with GDM and HDP to have increased risk of delivering a PTB and LBW baby. We also found fruits and vegetables consumption to modify the observed relationship. Mothers diagnosed with GDM and HDP should be advised during antenatal care visits to increase intake of fruits and vegetable consumption to help safeguard their health and that of the developing foetus.
Keyphrases
- pregnant women
- healthcare
- pregnancy outcomes
- preterm birth
- human health
- health risk
- public health
- blood pressure
- palliative care
- health risk assessment
- weight gain
- risk assessment
- type diabetes
- metabolic syndrome
- skeletal muscle
- body mass index
- affordable care act
- glycemic control
- heavy metals
- health promotion
- weight loss
- chronic pain