The __________ hypothesis states that nutrition during the prenatal period can have irreversible effects on the child's health, which can follow him or her into adulthood.

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The __________ hypothesis states that nutrition during the prenatal period can have irreversible effects on the child's health, which can follow him or her into adulthood.​

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This is known as the Barker hypothesis, also called the fetal origins hypothesis. It suggests that poor prenatal nutrition can lead to poor health outcomes in adulthood, such as increased risk of heart disease and diabetes. The other options listed are not related to this hypothesis.

The __________ Hypothesis States That Nutrition During the Prenatal Period