This course builds on the understanding of the developmental origins of obesity and related diseases. It provides a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in maternal-infant nutritional programming research and offers guidance on the prevention, diagnosis and management of early nutrition and adult diseases. Additionally, it enhances the understanding of the complex interactions between nutrient, genetics and biological factors during pregnancy. The programme will thus enable participants to update and improve their knowledge in this field.
Learning objectives: A student who has met the objectives of the course will be able to:
- Understand how fetal life can be an important determinant of later disease development.
- Understand how early-life exposure to certain dietary nutrients or environmental pollutants can influence disease risk in later life.
- Understand the relationship between early weight and growth and the development of obesity and related co-morbidities.
- Recognize the effects of lifestyle interventions during pregnancy on maternal and offspring health,
The course will be provided:
- 3. – 7. February 2025, more information and enrollment here
For more information about the course, please get in touch with the course secretary Fanney Thorsteinsdottir