# Brazilian nutrition studies on parental diet and infant-born > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/brazilian-nutrition-studies-on-parental-diet-and-infant-born > Updated: 2026-11-05T23:55:11.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. Research conducted by Brazilian academic institutions, including the University of São Paulo (USP) and the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR), has identified links between parental nutritional habits and newborn health. Studies from USP indicate that the consumption of ultra-processed foods by both mothers and fathers is associated with infant physical measurements, such as weight and adiposity. Specifically, researchers at the Ribeirão Preto Medical School suggest that high intake of items like sodas, cookies, and packaged snacks by fathers may influence fat accumulation in newborns. This process is hypothesized to occur through epigenetic modifications, such as the methylation of the IGF-II gene, which affects fetal growth. Complementary research from UFPR highlights socio-demographic factors, noting that lower income and younger age correlate with higher consumption of foods high in sugar and fat. Additionally, the research observed that a high percentage of adolescent pregnant women and first-time mothers consume meals while watching screens, a habit that may impact satiety perception. ## Timeline ### 2026-11-05: University of São Paulo study links paternal ultra-processed food intake to infant health A University of São Paulo study finds that fathers consuming ultra-processed foods may influence their infants' birth weight and fat accumulation, potentially increasing future cardiometabolic risks. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/university-of-so-paulo-study-links-paternal-ultra-processed-food-intake-to-infant-health ### 2026-10-18: Nutrition studies link parental diets to newborn health in Brazil Brazilian studies link parental consumption of ultra-processed foods to newborn health and identify how low income and age impact nutritional quality during pregnancy. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nutrition-studies-link-parental-diets-to-newborn-health-in-brazil --- Cite as: Brazilian nutrition studies on parental diet and infant-born. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/brazilian-nutrition-studies-on-parental-diet-and-infant-born