Early Growth and Impacts on Long-Term Neurodevelopment and Human Capital
Zulfiqar A. Bhutta & Andrew PrenticeDr. Zulfiqar Bhutta shares insights on the first 1,000 days from conception to two years, highlighting the links between early growth, optimal nutrition, neurodevelopment, and lifelong potential. This episode delves into the the crucial period of early growth and its impact on long-term cognitive development and overall health. It explores key elements—such as appropriate nutrition and a healthy environment—that supports a child’s optimal growth and neurodevelopment later in life, as well as evidence-based interventions that link maternal and early childhood nutrition to adult health and productivity.
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