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DNA Changes Seen In Exclusively Breastfed Children, Study Finds
An analysis of blood samples has found that children who were exclusively breastfed for at least the first three months carry epigenetic markers such as chemical changes in the DNA when compared to those not breastfed.
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POSHAN Abhiyaan Brings 14 Lakh Anganwadi Centres Under Digital Monitoring Network
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Use of digital tools such as the Poshan Tracker Application now enables near real‑time monitoring of over 14 lakh Anganwadi Centres and nearly 9 crore beneficiaries under the mission, the government said on Tuesday.
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1 In 5 Pregnant Women In Northeast India Vitamin B1 Deficient: See Signs, Risks, How To Treat
If your body doesn't have enough vitamin B1, it can lead to beriberi, a disease that causes weakness, swelling, and even heart failure. Pregnant women need more thiamine because their bodies work harder to nourish the growing baby.
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Higher-Dose Vitamin B12 In Pregnancy Improves Early Cognitive Development In Babies, Finds Study
Vitamin B12 deficiency is common in populations with limited animal source foods and has been linked to delayed infant neurodevelopment and adverse pregnancy outcomes, the study said.
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NITI Aayog And UNICEF Sign Agreement To Improve Nutrition In Districts Across India
NITI Aayog on Thursday said that it has signed a Statement of Intent (SOI) with UNICEF India to support strategic interventions in aspirational districts and aspirational blocks.
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Gujarat's Sabarkantha Reports Improved Outcomes Under Maternal Nutrition Scheme
A district-level nutrition initiative in Gujarat's Sabarkantha district has reported improvements in maternal health and birth weights after a year of targeted support for underweight pregnant women.
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Vitamin B12 And Folate: Why Indian Mothers Need More Than Just Iron For Healthy Children?
A recent study reveals that Indian mothers may need more than just iron for healthy children. Here is why this study matters and why you should be supplementing vitamin B12 with folate.
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Maternal Nutrition Beyond Supplements: What Daily Meals Should Look Like
Ensuring a healthy pregnancy requires a strategic approach to the daily plate, treating food as the primary biological fuel for fetal programming rather than a secondary concern.
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Women's Health: Here Is How You Can Maintain Fitness During Postpartum
Postpartum Recovery: In this article, we'll explore how women can maintain fitness after childbirth, the best exercises, and nutritional tips to support health and recovery.
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Signs And Symptoms Of Iron Deficiency And Effective Ways To Deal With It
Iron deficiency: India is the anaemic capital of the world and today it is a severe public health problem. In addition to increased morbidity and negative effects on physical well-being, anaemia is associated with delayed mental and psychomotor development and an increased risk of maternal mortality.
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Fragmented Baby Care May Affect Brain Development: Study
Mothers, put down your cellphones when caring for your babies as fragmented and chaotic maternal care may disrupt proper brain development, which can lead to emotional disorders later in life, a new study suggests.
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India Considers Extending Maternity Leave to Boost Child Nutrition
India is considering extending maternity leave to 24 weeks from 12 weeks, a government official said recently.
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DNA Changes Seen In Exclusively Breastfed Children, Study Finds
An analysis of blood samples has found that children who were exclusively breastfed for at least the first three months carry epigenetic markers such as chemical changes in the DNA when compared to those not breastfed.
-
POSHAN Abhiyaan Brings 14 Lakh Anganwadi Centres Under Digital Monitoring Network
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Use of digital tools such as the Poshan Tracker Application now enables near real‑time monitoring of over 14 lakh Anganwadi Centres and nearly 9 crore beneficiaries under the mission, the government said on Tuesday.
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1 In 5 Pregnant Women In Northeast India Vitamin B1 Deficient: See Signs, Risks, How To Treat
If your body doesn't have enough vitamin B1, it can lead to beriberi, a disease that causes weakness, swelling, and even heart failure. Pregnant women need more thiamine because their bodies work harder to nourish the growing baby.
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Higher-Dose Vitamin B12 In Pregnancy Improves Early Cognitive Development In Babies, Finds Study
Vitamin B12 deficiency is common in populations with limited animal source foods and has been linked to delayed infant neurodevelopment and adverse pregnancy outcomes, the study said.
-
NITI Aayog And UNICEF Sign Agreement To Improve Nutrition In Districts Across India
NITI Aayog on Thursday said that it has signed a Statement of Intent (SOI) with UNICEF India to support strategic interventions in aspirational districts and aspirational blocks.
-
Gujarat's Sabarkantha Reports Improved Outcomes Under Maternal Nutrition Scheme
A district-level nutrition initiative in Gujarat's Sabarkantha district has reported improvements in maternal health and birth weights after a year of targeted support for underweight pregnant women.
-
Vitamin B12 And Folate: Why Indian Mothers Need More Than Just Iron For Healthy Children?
A recent study reveals that Indian mothers may need more than just iron for healthy children. Here is why this study matters and why you should be supplementing vitamin B12 with folate.
-
Maternal Nutrition Beyond Supplements: What Daily Meals Should Look Like
Ensuring a healthy pregnancy requires a strategic approach to the daily plate, treating food as the primary biological fuel for fetal programming rather than a secondary concern.
-
Women's Health: Here Is How You Can Maintain Fitness During Postpartum
Postpartum Recovery: In this article, we'll explore how women can maintain fitness after childbirth, the best exercises, and nutritional tips to support health and recovery.
-
Signs And Symptoms Of Iron Deficiency And Effective Ways To Deal With It
Iron deficiency: India is the anaemic capital of the world and today it is a severe public health problem. In addition to increased morbidity and negative effects on physical well-being, anaemia is associated with delayed mental and psychomotor development and an increased risk of maternal mortality.
-
Fragmented Baby Care May Affect Brain Development: Study
Mothers, put down your cellphones when caring for your babies as fragmented and chaotic maternal care may disrupt proper brain development, which can lead to emotional disorders later in life, a new study suggests.
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India Considers Extending Maternity Leave to Boost Child Nutrition
India is considering extending maternity leave to 24 weeks from 12 weeks, a government official said recently.
