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A short term high fat diet before fertilization rewires sperm small RNA expression, passing predisposition to metabolic disease onto offspring.

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Artificial Sweeteners Alter Gut Bacteria in Humans

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Exercising During Pregnancy Protects Mouse Offspring

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Q&A: Eating Milk Chocolate in the Morning Boosts Fat Metabolism

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