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#410 ‒ The biology of pregnancy: physiologic adaptation, gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, childbirth, and long-term maternal health | Kathryn Gray, M.D., Ph.D.

Source: Peter Attia Blog • Published: 05 Oct 2026, 04:15

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A deep conversation on pregnancy biology covering physiologic adaptations, gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, childbirth choices, postpartum issues, and links to long-term maternal health.

#410 ‒ The biology of pregnancy: physiologic adaptation, gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, childbirth, and long-term maternal health | Kathryn Gray, M.D., Ph.D.
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  • It is a metabolic stress test because there's increased insulin resistance.”‒ Katie Gray by Peter Attia October 5, 2026 In this episode, Peter sits down with Dr.
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