Effects of dietary interventions on pregnancy outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT: Dietary intake during pregnancy influences maternal health. Poor dietary practices during pregnancy have been linked to maternal complications. The objective was to determine the effect of dietary intervention before or during pregnancy on pregnancy outcomes. A systematic review was conducted without date restrictions. Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating whole diet or dietary components and pregnancy outcomes were included. Two authors independently identified papers for inclusion and assessed methodological quality. Meta-analysis was conducted separately for each outcome using random effects models. Results were reported by type of dietary intervention: (1) counselling; (2) food and fortified food products; or (3) combination (counseling + food); and collectively for all dietar

SUBMITTER: Gresham E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6860081 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature