Fish Oil Pregnancy Part 2
In the article on EPA Fish Oil, we discussed the varied roles of EPA fatty acid and its taller brother DHA. To summarize that article, EPA fatty acid is a heart supporter, a powerful anti inflammatory and also an immune builder. DHA on the other hand is essential for the retina, brain functioning and also development of the nervous system. These essential fatty acids are even more important to a developing fetus, hence fish oil for pregnancy
As already stated in the article 'Should You Be Taking Fish Oil During Pregnancy', a growing baby in the womb feeds on its mothers supply of DHA, hence it is essential that mum keeps her DHA levels topped up as the child's nervous system is being fueled by her reserve supply of this vital omega3 fatty acid. Another reason for looking into quality supplementation is because with each pregnancy a woman's pool of DHA is greatly diminished over the years, thus leading to increased risks of post natal depressions.
I was greatly surprised to discover that the latest research indicates that seed oils rich in omega 3's in the form of ALA, actually very rarely convert into EPA and DHA, the two main fatty acids found in fish. This is all the more reason to search out a reputable company which produces fish oil supplementation which can be safely taken by pregnant women without concerns of toxicity.
Such a reputable company will produce a certificate of analysis which can be examined for levels of toxicity and oxidation which is better known as rancidity. Once again in our report dealing with 'Pharmaceutical Grade Fish Oil' the standards expected by the European Pharmacopoeia Standard are compared with Xtend Life's best fish oil supplements. You won't believe the results of the comparison test. Their purity is way beyond the expectations of the European Pharmacopoeia Standard!
Did you know that 98% of women are 80% deficient in omega 3 fats? The 2% who have it right have these results to look forward to:
should be a resounding yes when such supplements adhere to strict purity standards.
- Less postpartum depression.
- Reduced risk of breast cancer.
- Lower risk of developing pre-eclampsia.
- Reduced risk of a premature birth.
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Reduced risk of low birth weight