In this article, The Medical Experts @ The Health Standard , share their expert insights on the findings and provide Arizona residents with evidence-based recommendations for protecting their health. Why This Matters to You A new study has revealed that expectant mothers who stick to a healthy diet during pregnancy may reduce their child's risk of autism . These new findings, spanning two large cohorts in Norway and England, offer new insights into the potential impact of prenatal nutrition on child development.
This makes it highly relevant for all expectant parents across America, including right here in Maricopa County, Arizona. The study found that mothers who followed a healthy prenatal dietary pattern had a 22% lower likelihood of their child being diagnosed with autism. Key Point: While this doesn't guarantee prevention of autism--these new findings suggest that mindful food choices during pregnancy could have long-lasting benefits for your child's neurodevelopment.
For residents of Maricopa County, this information is particularly relevant as we strive to improve maternal and child health outcomes in our community. THS spoke to Jenna S., an expectant mother from Livingston County about these findings and this is what she had to say: "I didn't fully understand how important prenatal care was before.
Now, after learning about this study, I'm going to make sure I attend all my prenatal appointments and even the post-pregnancy check-ups. It's not just about me anymore. It.
