Which factor may account for the French paradox? a. The French ...

[brutforce]

Which factor may account for the French paradox?
 a. The French typically drink more red wine.
  b. The French consume most of their day's calories before 2 p.m.
  c. The French eat more fruits and vegetables.
  d. All of the above

Question 2

Why is the first 3 months of pregnancy a vulnerable period for the mother to take in alcohol?

[bpool94]

Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

The first 2-3 months are the critical time for tissue and organ formation of the unborn child. The embryo is implanted within the wall of the uterus around 7-10 days after fertilization and is exposed to substances in the maternal blood that can diffuse across the capillaries. Alcohol can easily get from the blood to the tissues. At this point, the placenta is not fully formed. This organ helps to filter out toxins but is not yet fully functioning in the first couple of months of pregnancy.

[brutforce]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[smrtceo]

Excellent