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The Times of India
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TOI Lifestyle Desk | etimes.in

Want a smarter baby? Taking this important supplement could be the secret

What you consume during pregnancy can have a profound impact on your child's overall health. Not only a balanced diet, but prenatal supplements are also crucial for supporting the growth and development of the developing baby in the womb. A new pathbreaking study finds how an important supplement could work wonders for your kid's verbal and behavioural skills by the time they turn six.

The study that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 77th Annual Meeting taking place April 5–9, 2025, in San Diego and online, says taking folic acid, a type of B vitamin early in pregnancy can boost brain health of the baby.

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