Exposure to fluoride during pregnancy may lead to neurobehavioral issues in children by age 3, as per a study in JAMA Network Open. This adds to previous findings linking fluoride to childhood IQ, neurotoxicity, and brain development. Pregnant individuals are advised to drink filtered tap water. Fluoride can cross the placenta and impact brain development. The study involved 229 mother-child pairs in Los Angeles, finding that higher fluoride levels in urine correlated with behavioral problems in children. Guidelines on safe fluoride levels are unclear, but research suggests a need to reevaluate current levels in drinking water for potential impact on brain development.
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Fluoride in the Water: Safe for Pregnant Women?
