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Nutrition and Growth Yearbook 2025

Preterm birth (PTB), a leading cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality, remains a global challenge despite advancements in healthcare. PTBs can happen spontaneously but there are clinical conditions that can trigger PTB and several risk factors have also been identified. Maternal nutrition plays a critical role in PTB prevention by addressing risk factors such as poor gestational weight gain, suboptimal nutrition, and metabolic disorders. Evidence supports the use of Omega-3 LC-PUFAs and multiple micronutrient supplementation (MMS) to reduce PTB risk, improve gestational outcomes, and

Understanding the gut microbiome's role reveals significant connections between the gut and various organ systems. The gut microbiome influences overall health including immune function, metabolism, and mental health, developing hand in hand with the immune system. Maternal factors like breastfeeding significantly shape the microbiome, aiding immune training. Proper nutrition, especially breastfeeding and diverse solid foods, supports a robust microbiome, offering promising health interventions.