Nutrition and You-Access (Modified)
Nutrition and You-Access (Modified)
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780321961037
Author: Blake
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 14, Problem 1TF
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To examine: Whether the statement “A father’s health has no impact on the health of a developing fetus” is true or false.

Introduction: The nutrition during pregnancy is essential for the health and development of the fetus. The nutrition intake and proper planning of diet play an important role in the development of the fetus. The nutrition of the fetus starts at the conception. Smoking, alcohol consumption, and drugs should be avoided during pregnancy.

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Answer to Problem 1TF

Correct answer: The statement is false.

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Before conception, the proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits are important for both men and women. Smoking, alcohol abuse, and obesity are the factors that are involved in the decreased production of sperms. This may cause an impact on the function of the sperm. Thus, it affects the number and motility of the sperm. Therefore, the father’s health is also significant for the health of a developing fetus. Hence, the given statement is false.

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