BENEFITS FOR PREGNANT AND BREASTFEADING WOMEN
INCREASE DHA LEVELS
Omega-3 consumption increases the level of DHA in breast milk. DHA is essential to the development of the brain, eyes and nerves during pregnancy and the first years of child’s life.
DEVELOPMENT OF THE FETUS
Consumption of Omega-3 helps the development of the brain, eyes and nerves in children aged 12 years old and under.
IMMUNE SYSTEM AID
Children of mothers who consumed Omega-3 have performed better in a variety of tests on the immune system.
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION
Evidence suggests that low levels of Omega-3 fatty acids are correlated with depressive symptomsduring pregnancy and after delivery.