Toddler nutrition and brain development

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Growth & Development

Recent studies have identified critical periods in toddlerhood and preschool age where specific nutrient intakes significantly influence brain development. Specifically, three age windows between ages 1 and 5 were identified each showing specific pattern of nutrients supporting brain myelination, highlighting varying positive nutrient correlations across these periods. These findings underscore the importance of tailored nutritional strategies during early childhood to support optimal neurodevelopment.

Jonas Hauser

Jonas Hauser

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