
‘Nalalasahan’ na ni baby ang mga kinakain ni Mommy during pregnancy?
‘Nalalasahan’ na ni baby ang mga kinakain ni Mommy during pregnancy?
Mommy, alam mo ba?
Ang taste preference ni baby ay maaaring ma-influence habang nasa early stage pa ng pregnancy. For example, ang aroma ng mga pagkain tulad ng garlic, curry, anise, banana and vanilla ay maaring mag-cross mula sa placenta, papunta sa amniotic fluid na pumapalibot sa fetus during pregnancy. Ibig sabihin, maaga pa lang ay nae-expose na si baby sa iba’t ibang flavors kahit hindi pa siya ipinapanganak!
References:
- Ventura AK, Worobey J. Early influences on the development of food preferences. Curr Biol 2013;23:R401-8. doi: 10.1016/j.cub.2013.02.037
- Leathwood P, Maier A. Early influences on taste preferences. Nestle Nutr Workshop Ser Pediatr Program 2005;56:127-38; discussion 138-41.
- Cooke L, Fides A. The impact of flavor exposure in utero and during milk feeding on food acceptance at weaning and beyond. Appetite 2011 ;57:808-11. doi: 10.1016/j.appet.2011.05.317
This website provides general information for educational purposes only. For concerns about your pregnancy, consult with your healthcare professional.
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