This systematic review explores the existing research on cultural food practices and sources of nutrition information among pregnant and postpartum migrant women from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), residing in high-income countries. Findings suggest that there is a need for culturally appropriate nutrition education resources to guide pregnant migrants through healthy and harmful cultural food practices and overall nutrition during this crucial period.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38723007/

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Nutrition  Maternal/Fetal health during pregnancy  

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