Choline, an essential dietary nutrient for humans, is required for the synthesis of the
neurotransmitter, acetylcholine, the methyl group donor, betaine, and phospholipids; and …

Breastfeeding confers many benefits to the breast-fed infant which are reflected by better
short-term and long-term outcomes as compared to formula-fed infants. Many components of …

The foundations of neurodevelopment across an individual's lifespan are established in the
first 1000 days of life (2 years). During this period an adequate supply of nutrients are …

Why do we grow up to look, act, and feel as we do? Through most of the twentieth century,
scientists and laypeople answered this question by referring to two factors alone: our …

Rodent studies demonstrate that supplementing the maternal diet with choline during
pregnancy produces life-long cognitive benefits for the offspring. In contrast, the two …

We studied associations between prenatal and early postnatal choline intake, brain
development, and neurocognitive function of children. We conducted a systematic review …

Optimized nutrition during the first 1000 days (from conception through the 2nd birthday) is
critical for healthy development and a healthy life for the newborn. Pregnancy and the …

The importance of ensuring adequate choline intakes during pregnancy is increasingly
recognized. Choline is critical for a number of physiological processes during the prenatal …

Background Despite the high prevalence of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), there
are few interventions targeting its core neurocognitive and behavioral deficits. FASD is often …

Although commonly viewed as a sensory information relay center, the thalamus has been
increasingly recognized as an essential node in various higher-order cognitive circuits, and …