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Prenatal Dietary Deficiencies Linked To Schizophrenia Risk

Scientists in Japan have discovered that the lack of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in the prenatal diet is linked to schizophrenic symptoms in offspring.

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Fatty Acid Balance During Pregnancy Affects Offspring’s Brain

Fish, an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, have been found to have a beneficial effect on fetal brain formation within the womb.

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Prenatal Dietary Deficiencies Linked To Schizophrenia Risk

Fatty Acid Balance During Pregnancy Affects Offspring’s Brain

EDITOR’S PICK

10 Years Of Celebrating Asia’s Researchers

Learning From Environmental Defenders

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