April 2018 PMID 29217669

Maternal choline supplementation during the third trimester of pregnancy improves infant information processing speed: a randomized, double-blind, controlled feeding study.

Marie A Caudill, Barbara J Strupp, Laura Muscalu, Julie E H Nevins, Richard L Canfield

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The collective discussions reflect a high level of interest and engagement, with posts citing specific examples like egg sources of choline and referencing the study’s findings on cognitive benefits. The tone varies from supportive to analytically critical, especially when addressing current dietary recommendations and the need to reconsider intake levels, showing a nuanced understanding of the research's potential impact.

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Most discussions support the findings or highlight the benefits of maternal choline supplementation, indicating general agreement on its importance.

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The discussions emphasize how increasing choline intake could improve infant development and mental health, reflecting a belief in the study's potential influence.

Abstract in brief

Maternal choline supplementation during the third trimester can enhance infant cognitive abilities, specifically improving information processing speed.
The study found that infants whose mothers consumed approximately twice the recommended daily amount of choline (930 mg) exhibited faster reaction times compared to those with lower intake (480 mg).
Even modest increases in maternal choline intake were associated with cognitive benefits, especially for longer exposure during pregnancy, suggesting potential for improved infant brain development through controlled dietary supplementation.

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@movementcoachkm @fmfclips https://t.co/hDDvPiyuLL Information literacy is a skill!

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Effects of Choline on a child during pregnancy. Highest source of Choline in food? Eggs. https://t.co/VuiKwo0lgK #Health #nutrition #pregnancy https://t.co/XMAcMkFyMi

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RT @LilyNicholsRDN: @Dac45 @JessLReid @ESodicoffMD And yet RCT of 930mg per day optimize infant brain development. https://t.co/WxI8A8OnqP…

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https://t.co/h4FO6oDuGW are women consuming enough choline during pregnancy. Better choline intake in pregnancy is associated with better mental health in children #nutrition #pregnant #diet #Mentalhealth

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RT @LilyNicholsRDN: @Dac45 @JessLReid @ESodicoffMD And yet RCT of 930mg per day optimize infant brain development. https://t.co/WxI8A8OnqP…

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