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Influences On Babies Nutrition

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Proper Nutrition and influences on Babies Nutrition is one of the single greatest environmental influence on babies in the womb, through the first years of life. 1 Studies show a proper balance of nutrients is important to brain development. Shortages of key nutrients such as iron and iodine can hinder cognitive development. On the other hand, there is evidence the fatty acid DHA, is key in the first few years of learning and development. “In recent years, there has been an increasing interest in the effect of essential fatty acids, particularly long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPUFA), on cognitive brain development. 2 Of the human brain 's dry weight 60% is comprised of lipids, of which 20% are docosahexaenoic acid (DHA; 3 which is
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