Inadequate levels of key nutrients

Inadequate levels of key nutrients during crucial periods of fetal development may lead to reprogramming within fetal tissues, predisposing the infant to chronic conditions in later life. Improving the well-being of mothers, infants, and children is key to the health of the next generation. This position paper and the accompanying practice paper (www.eatright.org/members/practicepapers) on the same topic provide registered dietitian nutritionists and dietetic technicians, registered; other
professional associations; government agencies; industry; and the public with the
Academy’s stance on factors determined to influence healthy pregnancy, as well as an
overview of best practices in nutrition and healthy lifestyles during pregnancy.
J Acad Nutr Diet. 2014;114:1099-110