The influence of how a mother’s nutrient intake may change gene expression to increase the infant’s development of obesity or chronic diseases later in life is referred to as ________.

a. fetal programming
b. overnutrition
c. malnutrition
d. fertilization
e. critical periods


Answer: A

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What will be an ideal response?

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