Is there a link between Vitamin D deficiency and autism?

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A study linking autism with vitamin D deficiency has sparked calls for greater supplement use during pregnancy. The Australian-led study found pregnant women with low vitamin D levels are more likely to have children with autistic traits. We talked about it wit Dr. Alessandra Frigerio, psychologist and researcher at Bicocca University.



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