Similar effects on infants of n-3 and n-6 fatty acids supplementation to pregnant and lactating women.

IB, Helland; OD, Saugstad; L, Smith; K, Saarem; K, Solvoll; T, Ganes; CA, Drevon

doi:10.1542/peds.108.5.e82

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Similar effects on infants of n-3 and n-6 fatty acids supplementation to pregnant and lactating women.

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Authors:

Helland IB

Saugstad OD

Smith L

Abstract

Objective There have been indications that high intake of n-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) during pregnancy may increase birth weight and gestational length. In addition, n-3 long-chain PUFAs may be important for the neurobiological development of the infants. High levels of docosa...

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