Also seen on Medscape today:
"A more complex interplay of changes in endocrine milieu, insulin
resistance, or adipose tissue depots other than visceral fat may alter
maternal fuel metabolism and homeostasis to adversely affect HDL
cholesterol concentrations after a first birth," Dr. Gunderson's group
suggests.
"Genetic factors, changes in fat distribution, and behavioral practices
(e.g., lactation) that may offset the negative effects of a first birth
on lipid profiles should be examined," the researchers add.
Am J Epidemiol 2004;159:1028-1039.
Jean
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K. Jean Cotterman RNC, IBCLC
Dayton, Ohio USA

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