New research shows that pregnant women who take fish oil supplements during their pregnancy, as well as during their child’s infancy and nursing, have children with far fewer allergy problems: In a recent study, 145 pregnant mothers from families with high risk of allergy and asthma were either given a fish oil supplement or a…
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New studies show that, when pregnant mothers take omega-3 fish oil, there is a measurable increase in the mental abilities of their babies. Researchers first warned of the problems associated with insufficient intake of omega-3 fatty acids: Poor outcomes associated with insufficient intakes of omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy include intrauterine growth retardation, delayed or…
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A simple finding made by doctors at Children’s Hospital Boston has apparently saved the life of 16 babies who developed severe health issues due to premature births: Like most babies with his medical condition, Austin DuPonte of Hudson, MA was not expected to live long. He was born prematurely and developed intestinal problems so severe…
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A new study out of Sydney, Australia has shown a link between depression (and bipolar disorder) and deficiency of Omega-3 fatty acids in the diet. The researchers point out the practical applications of their work: Lead researcher and institute director Professor Gordon Parker said his work found that omega-3 fish oil supplements could be used…
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A new article over at Times Online (UK) discusses several studies that indicate the benefits of using fish oil for relieving stress. First we find out that: Pregnant women who have an adequate intake (i.e., two or three portions a week) of oily fish have babies who are not only brighter and more alert but…
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Courtesy of Yahoo News, two new studies show that DHA and ARA significantly aid infant development. For those that don’t know, DHA stands for Docosahexaenoic Acid, and it’s one of the two omega-3 fatty acids in fish oils. Your body cannot create DHA so it has to get it from your diet (It can, however,…
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