New research out of Spain shows that when pregnant mice were fed emulsifiers, metabolic impairments, cognition deficits and anxiety-like traits were observed in their offspring. “Our data call for nutritional advice during gestation,” note the study authors.
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Emulsifier consumption during pregnancy could be linked to 'minor health risks' in offspring, warn researchers
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Emulsifier consumption during pregnancy could be linked to 'minor health risks' in offspring, warn researchers
Emulsifier - Food
Maternal emulsifier consumption programs offspring metabolic and neuropsychological health in mice