Prenatal Exposure to Caffeine and High-Fat Diets Heighten Autism Risk in Rodent Models

April 1, 2024 10:05:00

A new study has found that caffeine exposure during pregnancy and a high-fat diet following delivery considerably heightens the risk of autism-like behaviors, as observed in rodent models. Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder that influences how individuals interact, behave, learn and communicate. Children with this condition may have trouble with social interactions as well as display repetitive behaviors, among other symptoms.

Given that caffeine consumption and high-fat diets are widespread, it is important to understand possible risk factors and develop strategies to…

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