Obesity and pro-inflammatory breastmilk
Breastmilk from obese mothers has a pro-inflammatory fatty acid profile and decreased concentrations of fatty acids and carotenoids that have been shown to have a critical role in early visual and neurodevelopment. More..
DHA and preterm brain development
Brain development in preterm babies is improved by higher levels of DHA. In addition, this study (published May 2016) found lower early DHA levels to be associated with lower socioeconomic status, suggesting pre-existing and ongoing effects of maternal diet. More..
Infant Formula + omega-3 Reduces Incidence of Allergy
This study adds to the evidence that supplementation of infant formula with DHA and ARA in the first year of life delays allergy and has a protective effect against allergy in early childhood. More..
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