Posts Tagged ‘fish oil pregnancy’

How Important is DHA Omega-3 During Pregnancy? July 29, 2009 No Comments

Author: Deepa Kumar
Current research show that DHA, an essential omega-3 fatty acid found commonly in fish and marine food sources may help increase a developing baby’s cognitive functioning, reduce the risk of pre-term labor and decrease the risk of postpartum depression. A select summary of the current research is below:

A 2009 study published in the Journal [...]

Fish oil during pregnancy may slash infant allergy July 9, 2009 No Comments

By Stephen Daniells, 09-Jul-2009
Supplements of omega-3-rich fish oils during pregnancy may reduce the risk of food allergy and eczema in children, according to a new study from Sweden.

The occurrence of eczema and food allergies was 16 and 13 per cent lower, respectively, in infants of mothers receiving the fish oil supplements during pregnancy and the [...]