The Effect of Under-nutrition on the Human Microbiota

The Effect of Nutrition on the Microbiome in Pregnant Women and the Use of Micronutrient Supplemented Probiotic Yogurt to Improve Outcomes

The purpose of this study is to determine whether a difference exists in the gut, oral, vaginal and human milk microbiome of under-nourished pregnant women as compared to healthy and obese pregnant women. In addition, the investigators are setting out to determine if a micronutrient enriched probiotic yogurt can improve the microbiome and pregnancy outcomes of under-nourished pregnant women.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Greater than 12 weeks pregnant
• between the ages of 18 and 40 years

Exclusion Criteria:

• Less than 12 weeks pregnant