According to research reported from the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington, USA, mothers can start working to prevent their children developing chronic kidney disease before they are born... or even conceived. Chronic kidney disease is a slowly progressive condition in which the kidneys gradually lose their ability to filter excess water and wastes from the blood. This can result in fatigue, loss of appetite, weak bones, anemia, high blood pressure, and heart problems. The condition can eventually lead to kidney failure and the need for dialysis or kidney transplant. Most cases are caused by diabetes or high blood pressure.
The University of Washington Study's report in April 2014 in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, included 1994 patients under 21 years of age at the time they were diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, and 20,032 healthy people. When the medical records of the mothers of these children were compared, it was found the women...
- diagnosed with Gestational diabetes, or
- who were overweight or obese,
had children with a higher risk of developing chronic kidney disease than did those of healthy mothers. It was found...
- children whose mothers had Gestational diabetes were 54 percent more likely to be diagnosed for the condition.
- children whose mothers were overweight had a 24 percent greater risk, and
- those children whose mothers were obese had a 26 percent greater risk.
From the above information it was concluded having Gestational diabetes or being overweight or obese on the part of mothers, could possibly affect their children's chances of developing chronic kidney disease. They suggest further studies could discover whether fewer cases of Gestational diabetes, obesity, and being overweight could lead to fewer cases of chronic kidney disease presenting itself in children.
Even before further research is completed, we know avoiding excess weight during pregnancy is ideal for both mothers and their children. Mothers who are fit have a lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes after giving birth and their children also have a lower risk of becoming overweight or obese and developing full-blown Type 2 diabetes.
Women planning families are advised to assess their health and fitness as soon as possible. Body mass index (BMI) ideally should be between 18.5 and 24.9 in women with average musculature. Less body fat means a lower risk of developing Gestational diabetes. Women who are above the normal range need to eat a healthful diet with...
- lots of fruits and vegetables for nutrients,
- fiber, and a
- low-fat content.
Salads are a great way to fill up and not out. Walking every day or performing some other aerobic exercise will not only help to control weight, but help every system of the body to become fit and able to handle the increased demands of pregnancy.
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