Maternal DHA Intake Linked to Higher Fat-free Body Mass in Children

Pregnant women who consumed a DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) supplement are more likely to have children with higher fat-free body mass, finds a study conducted by a research team from the University of Kansas. Improving maternal DHA nutrition can have a favorable impact on the developing fetus that influences body composition in early childhood.

DHA dietary supplement linked to high fat-free body mass in children
- pregnant women who consume high amounts of DHA tend to have children with higher fat-free body mass
- DHA plays a role in promoting lean body mass in children

Maternal DHA Intake Linked to Higher Fat-free Body Mass in Children

Diet during pregnancy high in DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) has a favorable effect on the fetus that influences body composition at early childhood. Diet during pregnancy and lactation should be high in DHA. Read More

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