Alchohol Affects Baby Brains In Pregnancy

The video discusses the mixed messages pregnant women receive about alcohol consumption. Initially, moderate drinking was considered less harmful than smoking. However, new research involving over 4,000 children and their mothers indicates that even moderate alcohol intake during pregnancy can negatively affect a child's IQ by age 8. The Department of Health advises avoiding alcohol during pregnancy, and the study supports this by showing potential adverse effects even from small amounts. The research used genetic variations to isolate alcohol's impact, providing a clear warning against drinking during pregnancy.

How did researchers isolate the impact of alcohol on unborn children in their study?

What is the significance of the findings regarding alcohol consumption and brain development in unborn children?