Okay how about this. LOL I think I fixed it all this time... For the affect word I want to keep it since the proff uses it all the time...
Not consuming the proper foods and vitamins during pregnancy can cause
short-term and long-term affects to an unborn child. While pregnant, eating an unhealthy diet or not consuming proper vitamins essential for the babies growth can cause fetal malnutrition (Craig, Kermis, Digdon 2002). For example, not eating the proper amount of calories a day can lead to low birth weight and even premature birth (Colonero 1998).
Moreover, long term effects such as neural tube defects can also occur if the proper diet is not followed. For instance, taking a prenatal vitamin with 0.4 mg of folic acid can prevent these birth defects ( Folic Acid Alliance Ontario. [Brochure]). According to Folic Acid Alliance Ontario eating food with a high source of folic acid such as brussel sprouts can be beneficial to the unborn child and the mother (www.folicacid.ca). When pregnant, nutrition may be the last thing on your mind; what many people do not realize is some birth defects can be prevented by something as simple as following a proper diet.
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