Hormonal

Exposure to an unfavorable intrauterine or early postnatal environment (such as maternal obesity, diabetes, or undernutrition) programs permanent physiological changes in the offspring, significantly increasing the risk of developing obesity, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome in adulthood.

If your mother had obesity or diabetes during pregnancy, your body may be biologically predisposed to store fat and resist insulin. This is not your fault, but it is your responsibility to manage. Prioritize a healthy diet and regular physical activity from childhood to counteract this early-life programming, as your body may be more sensitive to high-calorie environments than others.