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Medical Report: Scientists research connection between prenatal diet and autism

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PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — An estimated 2% of Americans are on the spectrum for autism disorder. There are numerous studies underway to help determine potential causes or contributors to it.

A new study from Scotland looked at a possible link between a pregnant mother's diet and the development of autism in her child. Researchers determined mothers who took prenatal vitamins and ate healthy diets were less likely to have children who displayed autistic symptoms than those with poor diets.


It is important to note that autism traits can vary in both symptoms and severity. Additionally, scientists believe autism has more than one contributing cause.

There are numerous reasons for prenatal care and a healthy diet during pregnancy, but this is another.

Get more medical reports from Dr. Brian McDonough.

​​KYW Newsradio's Medical Reports are sponsored by Independence Blue Cross.