POSTPARTUM OBESITY AND METHODS OF NUTRITIONAL CORRECTION

Ruzimatova Gulnozakhon Mukhidin kizi

Authors

Ruzimatova Gulnozakhon Mukhidin kizi Student, Andijan State Medical Institute

Keywords:

Postpartum obesity, nutritional correction, maternal health, breastfeeding, body mass index, dietary intervention, postpartum weight retention, obesity prevention, micronutrients, metabolic disorders.

Abstract

Postpartum obesity is one of the important medical and social problems affecting women’s health worldwide. Excessive weight retention after childbirth increases the risk of metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, and reproductive dysfunctions. Scientific evidence demonstrates that hormonal changes, decreased physical activity, sleep disturbances, psychological stress, unhealthy dietary habits, and socioeconomic factors play a significant role in postpartum weight gain. Nutritional correction is considered one of the most effective and safest methods for the prevention and management of postpartum obesity. Balanced nutrition, adequate protein intake, calorie regulation, micronutrient supplementation, breastfeeding support, and individualized dietary interventions contribute to gradual and sustainable weight reduction without negatively affecting maternal and infant health. This article analyzes current scientific evidence regarding postpartum obesity and modern approaches to nutritional correction based on factual data obtained from international medical literature and clinical studies.

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