April 18, 2025

How Your Health Shapes Your Child's Brain - AI Podcast

10 minutes

Story at-a-glance

Maternal body fat percentage during pregnancy correlates with increased risk of developmental coordination disorder in children, affecting their motor skills and coordination
Mothers who consumed nutrient-dense foods like fish, fruits, and vegetables during pregnancy had children with better motor skills and cognitive development
The first trimester is a crucial period where maternal health and diet have the strongest impact on a child's future motor and cognitive abilities
Children of mothers who ate a healthier diet showed better intelligence, visual-spatial skills, executive function, and fewer behavioral problems
Recommendations for pregnant women include maintaining healthy body composition, consuming nutrient-dense whole foods, getting adequate sunlight, and managing mental health

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By Dr. Mercola

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April 18, 2025

10 minutes

Story at-a-glance

Maternal body fat percentage during pregnancy correlates with increased risk of developmental coordination disorder in children, affecting their motor skills and coordination
Mothers who consumed nutrient-dense foods like fish, fruits, and vegetables during pregnancy had children with better motor skills and cognitive development
The first trimester is a crucial period where maternal health and diet have the strongest impact on a child's future motor and cognitive abilities
Children of mothers who ate a healthier diet showed better intelligence, visual-spatial skills, executive function, and fewer behavioral problems
Recommendations for pregnant women include maintaining healthy body composition, consuming nutrient-dense whole foods, getting adequate sunlight, and managing mental health

...more