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  • Nutritional Science
  • Public Health

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  • Maternal diet is a critical, modifiable factor influencing birth outcomes.
  • Nutritional requirements during pregnancy vary, necessitating personalized dietary and lifestyle adjustments.
  • Research on pregnancy nutrition is complex due to diverse individual and cultural factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the correlation between maternal age and dietary behavior/lifestyle in pregnant women.
  • To assess maternal compliance with dietary recommendations during pregnancy.
  • To analyze risks associated with unhealthy maternal nutrition.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire was administered to 100 pregnant women in their third trimester.
  • Data collected focused on age, dietary habits, lifestyle, and compliance with recommendations.
  • Nutritional monitoring tools and obstetrician guidance were considered.

Main Results:

  • Analysis of the correlation between maternal age and dietary/lifestyle choices.
  • Evaluation of adherence to recommended pregnancy nutrition guidelines.
  • Identification of risks linked to suboptimal maternal nutrition.

Conclusions:

  • Maternal age may influence dietary and lifestyle choices during pregnancy.
  • Understanding these correlations is vital for targeted nutritional interventions.
  • Effective dietary counseling and monitoring are essential for healthy pregnancy outcomes.