child's development

Beware fathers, your energy drinks intake can affect children's mental health

As per a new study, excessive consumption of some food supplements such as energy drinks or folic acid pills by the father may affect the cognitive skills of the child - at least in mice.

 

Apr 05, 2017, 16:12 PM IST

Expecting mothers should eat a balance of omega-3 and -6 to improve children's health

The health benefits of fish as a rich source of omega-3 are already well known, but a new Japanese study has now found further evidence to suggest that ensuring adequate consumption of omega-3 when pregnant can have a beneficial effect on the child's development, with researchers also believing they have found out why.

Jan 18, 2016, 12:06 PM IST