Nursing not Enough for Losing Weight after Pregnancy
While nursing and exercise help, sustainable weight loss after pregnancy requires lifestyle changes. A clinical trial conducted by Sahlgrenska Academy found that women who underwent dietary treatment averaged 10 percent weight loss.Most women gain weight during pregnancy – typically only a few pounds, but pronounced and permanent approximately one-fifth of the time. Given that a high body mass index increases the risk of complications and disease during and after pregnancy, the trend towards greater weight gain poses a serious public health issue. Women who are significantly overweight