Fetuses can adapt their metabolism to account for moderate degrees of poor maternal nutrition by increasing the efficiency with which they process nutrients. This can result in:

A) decreased risk of diabetes and stroke in later life.
B) greater risk of anorexia nervosa in later life.
C) decreased risk of obesity in later life.
D) greater risk of obesity in later life.

Maternal Nutrition

The nutritional health of a mother during pregnancy, which is critical for the health and development of the fetus.

Obesity

A medical condition characterized by an excessive amount of body fat, which can increase the risk of health problems.

Diabetes

A chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood, resulting from defects in insulin production, insulin action, or both.