10 Questions
What is the function of myelin in the brain?
Increasing the speed of neurotransmission
At what point does brain development become most sensitive to nutrition?
Between mid-gestation and 2 years
How much is the weight of a newborn's brain compared to their body weight?
10%
How many brain cells are babies born with approximately?
100 billion
What can malnutrition during sensitive periods of brain development lead to?
Long term behavioral and cognitive problems
Which component of breast milk is most ample in oleic acid?
Mature milk
Which amino acid is used to make aspartate, the building blocks of protein?
Glutamic acid
Which food is high in DHA, a component needed for myelination?
Chia seeds
Which neurotransmitter is made from tyrosine and functions as a stress hormone affecting parts of the brain?
Dopamine
Which type of carb, providing a constant source of energy, is found in whole grain, fruit, and vegetables?
Polysaccharides
Explore the impact of nutrition on brain development from mid-gestation to early twenties, and how a balanced diet plays a crucial role in supporting optimal brain growth during infancy and childhood.
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