High fat, sugar diet during pregnancy may increase ADHD risk in offspring
A diet high in fat and sugar during pregnancy may interact with a gene that controls early brain development in the fetus, potentially increasing the risk for attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) in some individuals, according to a study funded by the National Institutes of Health.
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High fat, sugar diet during pregnancy may increase ADHD risk in offspring