Fetuses who are forced to adapt to a limited supply of nutrients may permanently "reprogram" their ________________.

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Fetuses who experience limited nutrient supply may permanently reprogram their physiology and metabolism. This can lead to lifelong health consequences such as an increased risk for obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Height and weight may also be affected, but this is not always the case. Memory functioning is not typically impacted by limited nutrient supply in utero.

Fetuses Who Are Forced to Adapt to a Limited Supply