Post by William Mitchell College of Law student, Thomas Lauria

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A recent study published online in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health analyzes the effects of a poor, or “processed,” diet on children’s IQs. 

The study analyzed data on almost 4000 children and found that children who were eating a poor diet (described as being high in fat and sugar)at age three had somewhat lower IQ's by the time they were eight and a half.  The children with this type of diet saw decreases in IQ from the time they were three until eight. 

Children with a “healthy diet” early on, or a lot of nutrient rich foods, saw slight increases in IQ by the time the children were older.  

Thanks, Thomas!