[The neuroprotective effect of pre and perinatal nutritional factors on neurodevelopment]

Rev Neurol. 2007 May 21:44 Suppl 3:S1-S10.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Introduction: The development of the nervous central system is a dynamical process determined genetically and modulated by neurochemical, nutritional and environmental factors.

Development: It refers to the neuroprotector effect of the pre and perinatal nutritional factors, specially proteic-energetic intake, long-chain polyinsatured fatty acid, vitamins, minerals, choline, maternal metabolic disorders and the maternal pseudo-nutritive agent intake.

Conclusion: For a better neurodevelopment, it is necessary that pregnant receives, even before conception, a suitable intake of macro and micronutrients.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Central Nervous System / embryology
  • Central Nervous System / growth & development*
  • Female
  • Fetus / physiology*
  • Humans
  • Infant Nutritional Physiological Phenomena*
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Nutritional Requirements
  • Pregnancy