Metabolic imprinting

Metabolic imprinting refers to the epigenetic programming of metabolism during the pre-natal and neo-natal periods.

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Don't let static charges disrupt your weighing accuracy

Recognize and detect the effects of electrostatic charges on your balance

Daily Visual Balance Check

Studies in both humans and animals have shown that the events during gestation and early post-natal stages may have long term consequences for health. Fetal under-nutrition is linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, obesity, type II diabetes and hypertension, amongst other diseases