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Discusses the importance of DHA, ARA, lutein, and other nutrients that support brain and eye development in infants and children.
Explains how these nutrients contribute to the structure and function of the brain and eyes, and their long-term benefits for cognitive and visual health.
Provides information on natural and supplemented food sources rich in key nutrients for optimal developmental support.
Just think – even while you are reading this page, your child’s brain is growing and developing. In fact, it will triple in size by age 2. Here is what’s going on up there.
As you can see, billions of brain cells and their connectors are added as the brain develops. Brain cells are responsible for sending and receiving messages that will help develop your child’s IQ and his language and motor skills.
Brain Food
Building blocks for a lifetime of health.
Scientists have closely studied many nutrients that have been known to support brain and eye development. Providing a diet rich in nutrients your child needs will help to ensure healthy growth. See how the following nutrients affect vision, cell growth, memory and more.
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