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The First 1000 days of life.
The First 1000 days of life. Factors impacting on the Microbiome. Scientifically reviewed by Fathalla Ali for MothersBabies.
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November 17, 2020
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Birth-mode dependent associations of maternal body weight status with the infant gut microbiota
Birth-Mode Dependent Associations of Maternal Body Weight Status with the Infant Gut Microbiota Written by Fathalla Ali, Bsc MSc, MPH and PHD student UNSW Due to the intimate contact between mother and newborn baby during birth,
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October 14, 2020
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Changes in gut microbiota during pregnancy
Changes in Gut Microbiota During Pregnancy Written by Fathalla Ali, Bsc MSc, MPH and PHD student UNSW During the pregnancy period unique inflammatory and immune changes alter the maternal gut function and microbiota composition as the
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October 14, 2020
Birth
Is probiotic supplementation during pregnancy important for labour?
Is Probiotic Supplementation During Pregnancy Important for Labour? Written by Fathalla Ali, Bsc MSc, MPH and PHD student UNSW Adaptation of the maternal immune system to the developmental change during pregnancy is an important factor for
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October 14, 2020
Pregnancy
Factors that affect the microbiome during pregnancy
Factors that Affect the Microbiome During Pregnancy Written by Fathalla Ali, Bsc MSc, MPH and PHD student UNSW Pregnancy is a complex physiological process associated with simultaneous hormonal, immunologic, and metabolic changes, which must all be
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October 14, 2020
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Maternal obesity and the gut microbiome
Maternal Obesity and the Gut Microbiome Written by Fathalla Ali, Bsc MSc, MPH and PHD student UNSW Maternal obesity is the result of complex and multifactorial pathways and is associated with multiple pregnancy complications such as
Fathalla Ali
October 14, 2020