Author: Lorena Sandoval-Mejia
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R01 Grant awarded for the MAGIC project!
Our Principal Investigator, Dr. Elizabeth Widen, and Dr. Deborah Jacobvitz have been awarded an R01 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for their project titled: “Mothers and CareGivers Investing in Children: A virtual intervention to support healthy growth in infants and toddlers.” This study aims to prevent childhood obesity by testing the effectiveness…
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Read, “Predicting the Unpredictable”, an article featuring our very own Dr. Widen
Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin, including Dr. Jack Virostko and Dr. Elizabeth Widen, are investigating the potential link between maternal pancreas size and the risk of developing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Pilot studies suggest that pregnant women with smaller pancreas sizes may have a higher risk of GDM. The team aims to…
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Read Dr. Widen’s latest feature on the CNS website about “Surprising Patterns in Infant Growth After Gestational Diabetes Exposure”
A study led by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin and Harvard Medical School, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, reveals that infants exposed to gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in utero exhibit unique growth patterns during their first year. While these infants are born with higher body fat levels, they tend…
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Check out this feature on the CNS website of Dr. Widen’s paper about “Nuance Needed Regarding Weight-Gain Recommendations During Pregnancy”
A study by The University of Texas at Austin and Kaiser Permanente Northern California suggests that current gestational weight gain guidelines for pregnant individuals with obesity may require refinement. The 2009 National Academy of Medicine guidelines recommend a weight gain of 5-9 kg (11-20 pounds) for those with a body mass index (BMI) over 30.…
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Take a look at this article: “‘Listen to your body’: Experts offer best practices for a healthy Yom Kippur fast”
In preparation for Yom Kippur, experts emphasize the importance of proper hydration and nutrition to ensure a healthy fast. They recommend increasing water intake in the days leading up to the fast and consuming nutrient-dense meals to provide sustained energy. It’s also crucial to listen to your body; individuals with medical conditions should consult healthcare…
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Read our feature in the UT News of an article by Dr. Widen, “Weight Gain in Pregnancy May Be Linked to Later Growth Patterns in Daughters”
A study by The University of Texas at Austin, published in the journal Obesity, suggests that rapid weight gain during the first and final months of pregnancy may influence the development of excess fat tissue in female children. Researchers tracked over 300 pregnant women and their children, observing that daughters of mothers who gained weight…
