April 2016 PMID 26193706

Maternal Caffeine Consumption during Pregnancy and Risk of Low Birth Weight: A Dose-Response Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies.

Jongeun Rhee, Rockli Kim, Yongjoo Kim, Melanie Tam, Yizhen Lai, NaNa Keum, Catherine Elizabeth Oldenburg

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What people are saying

The overall sentiment reflects a tendency to dismiss or downplay the article's findings, exemplified by posts that focus on debunking pregnancy diet myths rather than engaging with the serious implications of caffeine consumption highlighted by the research, such as mentions of 'breaking down myths' and phrases like 'DEBUNKING'. The tone and choice of words suggest a focus on popular narratives over scientific nuance, leading to a modest influence on public understanding.

AgreementLow agreement

The discussions seem to challenge or dismiss the findings of the publication, especially since the focus is on debunking pregnancy diet myths rather than affirming the study's results.

InterestModerate interest

The posts indicate some interest in pregnancy nutrition topics, but mostly within the context of myth-busting rather than a deep engagement with the research.

EngagementNeutral engagement

While they engage with the topic by addressing myths, the level of discussion appears surface-level without deep analysis of the study's methodology or implications.

ImpactNeutral impact

These discussions likely have limited impact on public perceptions of caffeine and pregnancy, as they are more focused on myth-busting rather than emphasizing the research findings' significance.

Abstract in brief

  • The meta-analysis of 12 observational studies found that pregnant women with the highest caffeine intake had a 38% increased risk of delivering a low birth weight baby compared to those with the lowest intake.
  • The linear dose-response analysis showed that every additional 100 mg of caffeine (about one cup of coffee or two cups of tea) per day during pregnancy increased the risk of low birth weight by approximately 30%.
  • Despite some variability among studies, there was no evidence of publication bias, and the overall findings suggest that higher caffeine consumption during pregnancy linearly elevates the risk of low birth weight.]

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Abbey Sharp
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I put on my DEBUNKING hat to break down the most common pregnancy diet myths #PregnancyDiet #PregnancyMyths https://t.co/jwuaUrVjpo https://t.co/MyumkeLD2V

Jul 2, 2020 · 2 likes · 16,673 followers View post →
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DEBUNKING Pregnancy Diet Myths | Coffee, Fish, Veganism, Peanut Butter, Eating for Two & MORE! https://t.co/Yeuqqv6IM7 https://t.co/TuEPbOUUEW

Jul 9, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 40 followers View post →

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RT @parentingtitan: DEBUNKING Pregnancy Diet Myths | Coffee, Fish, Veganism, Peanut Butter, Eating for Two & MORE! https://t.co/Yeuqqv6IM7…

Jul 9, 2022 · 1 share · 972 followers View post →
Parenting for Busy Parents
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DEBUNKING Pregnancy Diet Myths | Coffee, Fish, Veganism, Peanut Butter, Eating for Two & MORE! https://t.co/Yeuqqv6IM7 https://t.co/TuEPbOUUEW

Jul 9, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 40 followers View post →
Abbey Sharp
@AbbeysKitchen · X

I put on my DEBUNKING hat to break down the most common pregnancy diet myths #PregnancyDiet #PregnancyMyths https://t.co/jwuaUrVjpo https://t.co/MyumkeLD2V

Jul 2, 2020 · 2 likes · 16,673 followers View post →