Tag: cognitive development

Efficacy of Maternal Choline Supplementation During Pregnancy in Mitigating Adverse Effects of Prenatal Alcohol Exposure on Growth and Cognitive Function: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial

This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial assessed the impact of maternal choline supplementation on mitigating the adverse effects of prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) on infant growth and cognitive function. Sixty-nine pregnant women in Cape Town, South Africa, who reported heavy alcohol consumption were enrolled and randomized to receive either 2 grams

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Choline: Exploring the Growing Science on Its Benefits for Moms and Babies

This observational study reviewed the importance of choline intake during pregnancy and lactation, emphasizing its roles in fetal brain development, membrane biosynthesis, neurotransmission, and gene expression. Despite its essential functions, most pregnant women in the U.S. fail to meet the recommended intake of 450 mg/day. Research suggests that adequate choline

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