Pregnancy Diet Tips

A pregnancy diet with plenty of "Healthy Fats" may lower a baby's risk for autism according to a recent study. It was found that women who consumed high levels of linoleic acid, a type of omega-6 fatty acid, were 34 percent less likely to give birth to a child with autism compared with women who consumed low levels of the nutrient. Ground flax seeds are a great source of this nutrient and can easily be added to your pregnancy diet by sprinkling it on salads, cereal, yogurt, and just about anything you like!

Written by: Shelley Scheibel, RN, BSN