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The article at the link below looks at a study by Durham University’s Fetal and Neonatal Research Lab, which provides the first direct evidence that fetuses can react to different tastes and smells in the womb. By conducting 4D ultrasound scans on 100 pregnant women, researchers observed that fetuses exposed to carrot flavors exhibited “laughter-face” expressions, while those exposed to kale flavors showed “cry-face” responses. This suggests that a mother’s diet during pregnancy can influence her baby’s taste preferences, potentially impacting postnatal eating habits and the establishment of healthy diets. The findings, published in Psychological Science, highlight the importance of maternal nutrition and its role in fetal sensory development.
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