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Down Syndrome Linked to Leptin Resistance

Researchers have uncovered a clear correlation between Down Syndrome and leptin resistance. Earlier research has linked Autism and its spectrum of disorders with leptin resistance. While leptin problems are typically considered for their role in obesity, it is important to remember that leptin in the brain is a primary antioxidant that prevents excitotoxic nerve damage. I explain this in my book, Mastering Leptin.

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Folic Acid Prevents Premature Deliveries

New research shows that taking folic acid for 1 year prior to becoming pregnant provides a 70% reduction in the risk for a very early preterm deliveries (20 to 28 weeks in gestational age) and up to a 50% reduction in early pre-term deliveries of 28 to 32 weeks.

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Psych Meds Increase Risk for Preterm Delivery

Big Pharma has no scruples when it comes to target markets. Children are high on the list – and pregnant women have moved into the crosshairs. The infamous Mother’s Act has now passed the House and sits in committee in the Senate. A new study shows that any woman taking psych meds during pregnancy doubles her risk of a pre-term delivery. That risk triples if the woman also has a history of depression. The news is unlikely to phase the Big Pharma push to get 80% of pregnant women on meds.

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How Progesterone Promotes Healthy Full-Term Pregnancy

A new study by Yale researchers shows for the first time that progesterone during pregnancy directly prevents a common cause of pre-term delivery. The researchers found that progesterone helped the fetal membrane tolerate inflammation, enabling it to maintain integrity. Failure of the fetal membrane accounts for 1/3 of premature deliveries.

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Progesterone Helps Prevent Preterm Birth

A new study shows that natural progesterone given to women considered at high risk for preterm delivery significantly reduced the number of women with preterm labor and delivery, especially preventing preterm delivery before 34 weeks.

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Friendly Flora Reduce the Risk for Premature Delivery

A new Norwegian study shows that pregnant mothers with the highest intake of friendly flora (probiotics/acidophilus) had a significantly reduced risk for a premature delivery.

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Metabolic Weak Spots for Babies Born Prematurely

While modern science has worked miracles to help premature babies survive and thrive, some types of development seem to only take place while the baby is in the womb. Two such areas are the kidneys and the appetite control center in the brain. Studies indicate that these are metabolic weak spots for premature babies which must be managed well to avoid health challenges. This issue is relevant to many, as 12% - 14% of babies in the U.S. are born prematurely.

Read More:  fewer kidney cells, fewer neurons in hypothalamus, high blood pressure, kidney health, obesity risk, premature delivery