What Vitamin Deficiency Causes Autism? Unpacking the Complex Link
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Contrary to online misinformation, no single vitamin deficiency directly causes autism, a complex neurodevelopmental disorder with both genetic and environmental factors. Research, however, has explored associations between certain nutritional deficits, particularly deficiencies in vitamin D and folate during prenatal periods, and a higher risk of developing autism spectrum disorder (ASD). While these associations are significant, they do not establish direct causation and are part of a broader, more intricate puzzle.
