Caffeine Intake During Pregnancy Can Affect Foetus, Says Study

The amount of caffeine consumed by expecting mothers can affect the fetus development, says study

Watch out for those cups of coffee, expecting mothers! Recent studies have established a link between the amount of caffeine intake during pregnancy and adverse birth outcomes.

Previous works have focused on coffee particularly and shown that the mother's coffee intake can lead to negative effects on the foetus. The latest study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, shifts the inquiry to the intake of tea as the predominant source of caffeine and shows similar results.