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The woman was supposed to give birth to seven children. A doctor made a mistake. How many children did she end up having?

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The woman was supposed to give birth to seven children. A doctor made a mistake. How many children did she end up having?

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Jan , 23. 12. 2025

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25-year-old Malian woman, who got pregnant with several mothers, can speak of a birth miracle.

The case of Halima Cisse fascinated all of Mali

It attracted the attention of many scientists. Because of the complicated course of the delivery the birth took place at a clinic in Morocco.

Halima Cisse comes from Mali in West Africa, but during the delivery she went to Morocco. At the end of March doctors concluded that Halima Cisse needed specialist medical care. She was transferred to a clinic in Morocco. The 25-year-old woman made that decision due to the risk of a multiple pregnancy. She gave birth on May 4.

She gave birth to nine children!

Interestingly, ultrasound examinations carried out in Mali and Morocco showed that Cisse was to give birth to seven children. As it turned out later – two children were overlooked. However, the woman successfully delivered all nine by cesarean section.

Doctors feared for the woman’s health and the chances of survival of her children. Such multiple pregnancies are extremely rare, the Reuters news agency said. Unfortunately this can also contribute to a lack of a happy outcome. The occurrence of health complications in these types of multiple births is really high.

The government comments on the case

Fanta Siby herself, the country’s health minister, spoke about this extraordinary delivery. She confirmed that Halima Cisse and the newborns are doing well.

 

Five girls and four boys

– The newborns, five girls and four boys, and the mother are doing well – said Mali’s health minister Fanta Sibyová and emphasized that she was continuously informed by the Malaysian doctor who accompanied Cisse during the delivery at the Moroccan hospital.

The minister also congratulated “the medical teams from Mali and Morocco, whose professionalism is the source of the happy outcome of this extraordinary pregnancy”.

(source: Reuters, PAP)

Cholesterol and sugar: what really raises LDL and how to protect the liver

Eggs, liver and bacon are often labeled as the main culprits of high cholesterol. The reality is more complex. For most people, dietary cholesterol has only a limited effect on blood cholesterol levels. Much more important is the overall diet, the proportion of saturated and trans fatty acids, intake of added sugars, body weight, genetics and lifestyle. Below you will find a balanced overview of what the facts say – without myths and shortcuts.

What cholesterol is and why the body needs it

Cholesterol is a fatty substance essential for building cell membranes, producing hormones and vitamin D. In the blood it is carried in the form of lipoproteins. LDL ("bad") carries cholesterol to tissues, HDL ("good") takes it back to the liver. The goal is to keep LDL low and HDL in an appropriate range.

Dietary cholesterol vs. saturated fats and trans fats

In most healthy people, dietary cholesterol (e.g., from eggs) has only a small effect on LDL. A much stronger factor is saturated fats (fatty processed meats, high-fat cheeses, large amounts of butter) and trans fats (industrially hydrogenated fats), which raise LDL and can lower HDL. Eggs are also a source of nutrients (e.g., choline), so for most people they can be part of a balanced diet.

How added sugars and refined carbohydrates worsen the blood lipid profile

High intake of added sugars and refined carbohydrates (sweetened drinks, sweets, white bread) raises triglycerides and promotes the development of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The liver then more often releases VLDL/LDL particles and the overall lipid profile worsens. The liver is particularly harmed by excess fructose from sweetened drinks and syrups.

The role of choline and "healthy" fats

Choline (eggs, lean meat, legumes) helps form and export fat particles from the liver, thereby supporting its normal function. Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (olive oil, nuts, seeds, fish) can lower LDL and some fractions of inflammatory lipids, if you also limit saturated fats and added sugars.

When eggs can be a problem

For a portion of the population with a genetic burden (e.g., familial hypercholesterolemia) or for people with very high LDL, even dietary cholesterol can play a larger role. In such cases, individual recommendations from a physician and a nutrition therapist are decisive.

Practical meal plan for healthy lipids and liver

  • Limit added sugars: sweetened drinks, confectionery, excess white-flour baked goods.
  • Prefer unsaturated fats: olive oil, rapeseed oil, nuts, seeds, avocado, fatty sea fish twice a week.
  • Reduce saturated fats and avoid trans fats: processed meats, fast food, toppings made from partially hydrogenated fats.
  • Eat enough protein: fish, poultry, eggs, legumes, fermented dairy products – they support satiety and muscle maintenance.
  • Fiber: vegetables, fruit, whole grains, legumes – soluble fiber helps lower LDL.
  • Alcohol in moderation: excess increases triglycerides and burdens the liver.
  • Hydration and exercise: 150–300 minutes of moderate activity per week (brisk walking, cycling), strength training twice weekly.
  • Body weight: even a 5–10% weight reduction can noticeably improve triglycerides and LDL.

Key takeaway: it's not "forbidden eggs", but the overall dietary pattern

For most people, eggs or liver alone do not "cause" high cholesterol. The key is the combination of fewer saturated fats, less added sugar and more unsaturated fats, fiber and exercise. If you have high LDL, a family history or liver disease, discuss a specific eating plan with your doctor – sometimes pharmacotherapy (e.g., statins) is also necessary.

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