Fish oils and Pregnancy Nutrition
Nutritionists of today just about universally propose fish oils. Why? Fish Oil has aggressively been studied over the last forty years for its Essential Fatty Acids EPA & DHA, also usually referred to as Omega-3’s. The body of science that has developed is exceptionally strong and well accepted from Nutritionist to MD’s. The research about fish oils includes reports ranging from the effects of the nutrient on cardiovascular health to cognitive function, to almost every other function in the body.
For the generally fit population Omega-3’s play a crucial role in sustaining cardiovascular health, blood sugar metabolism and strong brain function. For women who are thinking on the subject of having a child, are pregnant or breastfeeding Omega-3’s are strongly recommended for their support in the development of the child’s brain, retinas and central nervous system. There are also new scientific studies suggesting a link between a decrease in certain types of food allergies and infant eczema. Now many researchers believe that mother’s ought to be taking Omega-3’s well ahead of getting pregnant, as the fetus appears to be getting much of the DHA in particular, from the mother’s tissue stores. These essential fatty acids are also crucial for expecting mothers because of their impact in numerous areas of health.
So, if you are already eating well, taking good care of your wellbeing (as well as taking a daily multi vitamin), Omega-3’s are a good option. If picking to use the dietary capsules, you will want to take at least 1000 mg (1 gram) of fish oils which include EPA and DHA every day. Also note that EPA and DHA can be found in flax seed and DHA can be found from algal sources for those interested in keeping a vegan diet.
There is one more thing to consider when selecting the proper Omega-3 product for you. The dosage form! Commonly fish oil omegas are found in large soft gelatin capsules or a flavored liquid vitamin. Choose a high quality supplement from a reputable source, and keep the product refrigerated to avoid rancidity
Additional dosage forms include everything from gummy vitamins and soft chew candies to fortified foods and milk
Selecting the right prenatal vitamins can be a challenge for pregnant mothers. Bloom’en Nutrition gives the guidance that you need to choose the best nutrients for pregnancy. Visit us today.
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