Associations between food insecurity in high-income countries and pregnancy outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Maternal nutrition is crucial for health in pregnancy and across the generations. Experiencing food insecurity during pregnancy is a driver of inequalities in maternal diet with potential maternal and infant health consequences. This systematic review explored associations between food insecurity in pregnancy and maternal and infant health outcomes.

Methods and findings

Searches included 8 databases (MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, PsychInfo, ASSIA, SSPC in ProQuest, and CINAHL), grey literature, forwards and backwards citation chaining, and contacting authors. Studies in high-income countries (HICs) reporting data on food insecurity in pregnancy and maternal or infant health, from January 1, 2008 to November 21, 2023 were included. Screening, data extrac

SUBMITTER: Bell Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11386426 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature