Thursday, March 13, 2014

Babies born via C-section show higher obesity risk

From DoctorsLounge.com/HealthDay News (2/26):

Babies born via C-section show higher obesity risk

Babies born via cesarean section were 26% more likely to be overweight or obese later in life compared with babies delivered vaginally, according to a study in the journal PLOS ONE. Researchers said the reason behind the apparent association remains unclear and may be due to other factors.

http://www.doctorslounge.com/index.php/news/hd/44797

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