Breastfeeding boost: betaine supplement may curb baby obesity risk

NCT ID NCT04633044

First seen Mar 26, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study tests whether giving betaine supplements to breastfeeding mothers can help prevent rapid weight gain in babies, which is linked to future obesity. About 47 mothers with overweight or obesity will take betaine or a placebo for 3 months while breastfeeding. Researchers will track infant growth, body fat, and gut health up to age 4.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital Sant Joan de Deu

    Barcelona, Barcelona, 08950, Spain

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