Physical activity, sedentary behaviors, and estimated insulin sensitivity and secretion in pregnant and non-pregnant women

• Main Authors: Wright Antony (Author), Persson Margareta (Author), Steiginga Susanne (Author), Renström Frida (Author), Pomeroy Jeremy (Author), Gradmark Anna (Author), Bluck Les (Author), Domellöf Magnus (Author), Kahn Steven E (Author), Mogren Ingrid (Author), Franks Paul W (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2011-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Overweight and obesity during pregnancy raise the risk of gestational diabetes and birth complications. Lifestyle factors like physical activity may decrease these risks through beneficial effects on glucose homeostasis. Here we exam...