Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the consequences of maternal micronutrient deficiencies during pregnancy?
A) Poor maternal intake of calcium is associated with an increased risk for hypertension in adult offspring.
B) Poor maternal intake of folate is linked to the development of neural tube defects.
C) Poor maternal intake of folate is associated with an increased risk for insulin resistance in children.
D) Poor maternal intake of sodium is associated with an increased risk for hypertension in adult offspring.

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Poor maternal intake of sodium is not typically associated with an increased risk for hypertension in adult offspring. In fact, excessive sodium intake is more commonly linked to hypertension. The other options (A, B, C) correctly describe the associations between maternal micronutrient deficiencies and adverse health outcomes in offspring.

Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE Regarding the Consequences