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Adequate intake of long-chain n-3 PUFAs (DHA/EPA) during pregnancy and lactation is critical for the normal neurological development and cognitive function of the infant.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should ensure adequate intake of long-chain n-3 PUFAs (DHA/EPA) through diet (e.g., oil-rich fish) to support baby's brain development, while being mindful of mercury limits.
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it is well established that pregnant women must have an adequate supply of the long chain n-3 PUFAs before and throughout pregnancy and lactation to support normal growth, neurological development and cognitive function of the baby.
Why this rating
Described as 'well established'.
Source
The health effects of dietary unsaturated fatty acids
J. Lunn et al. · Nutrition Bulletin · 2006
DOI 10.1111/j.1467-3010.2006.00571.x
narrative_reviewCited 393×
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