Play is a vital developmental tool that should be utilized throughout the entire human lifespan rather than being restricted to childhood.

“If ever you needed a neurobiological explanation for why play is important throughout the lifespan, it's that it's that biology does not waste resources. It's extremely efficient and were the circuits for play not to be important in adulthood, they would have been pruned away.”

The brain remains plastic and capable of structural changes throughout an individual's entire life.

“The only thing I know for sure is is that the brain remains plastic all of our lives.”

Providing adequate choline and omega-3s during pregnancy and early life is essential to avoid lifelong brain deficits in children.

“The failure to provide choline during pregnancy and the first two years of life could result in lifelong brain deficits in babies that cannot be compensated for later. Choline builds the part of your brain that has to do with learning, memory, and attention.”