Infants require many nutrients early in life,including lipids such as fats.A low-fat diet for infants is not recommended because,among other things,it can impact the development of the nervous system.What could be affected?

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Lipids are required by glial cells to produce myelin, which insulates and protects nerve fibers. Without enough lipids, the myelin sheath may not develop properly, leading to problems with nerve conduction and communication. Therefore, a low-fat diet could negatively impact the development of the nervous system. Options B, C, and D are not accurate because fats do not play a direct role in generating energy or neurotransmitters, or in generating action potentials.

Infants Require Many Nutrients Early in Life,including Lipids Such as Fats.A