Folic acid intake during pregnancy can have beneficial effects on kid’s brain development. (Source: File Photo) Folic acid intake during pregnancy can have beneficial effects on kid’s brain development. (Source: File Photo)A mother’s intake of folic acid supplements throughout pregnancy may boost psychological benefits in children, a study has shown. ALSO READ | Obesity during pregnancy may up kids’ risk of epilepsyThe findings showed that children whose mothers took the supplement throughout pregnancy demonstrated higher levels of emotional intelligence and resilience. Previous evidence has showed that folic acid supplements taken during the first three months of pregnancy can have beneficial effects on children’s brain development.

Source: Indian Express May 04, 2017 12:18 UTC