Abstract
The aim: To analyze the nutritional knowledge of women in the reproductive age about nutrients influencing the fetal nervous system's development. Materials and methods: The study was conducted with a proprietary anonymous questionnaire using the CAWI (Computer Assisted Web Interviews) method among 263 women aged 18-51 years. Results: In 35.4% of the surveyed women, the level of knowledge was insufficient, in 31.9% - sufficient, in 27% - good, and only in 5.7% - very good. The knowledge of the respondents was influenced by education (p < 0.001) and body mass index (BMI, p < 0.001). Women of reproductive age with higher education and/or lower BMI had a better understanding of nutrients influencing the fetal nervous system's development. Age, place of residence, family status, and professional status did not affect their knowledge. Conclusions: The study showed that it is necessary to conduct nutritional education among women of reproductive age. Increasing the respondents' awareness of the importance of nutrients determining the fetus's proper development, both during the reproductive period and during pregnancy, is extremely important.
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