Physical fitness is associated with prostaglandin F2α isomers during pregnancy

ConclusionsOverall, higher cardio-respiratory fitness in early pregnancy is associated with enhanced erythrocyte membranes oxidation at 34–37 weeks reflecting a higher oxygen transfer capacity. Also, the most active women experienced lower circulating levels of pro-inflammatory PGF2α in plasma at 34–37 weeks, a marker associated with adverse antenatal inflammation-associated conditions. These results support the practice of physical activity by pregnant women.
Source: Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes and Essential Fatty Acids (PLEFA) - Category: Lipidology Source Type: research