Cod Liver Oil And Tt’s Affect On Babies
on October 26th, 2011
The benefits of Cod Liver Oils can begin during pregnancy for a child. The fatty acids that are found in Cod Liver Oil have been linked to healthy brain development. A recent study found that when DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is absorbed from mother to child through dietary means, it can have a positive affect on the child’s brain development. The DHA is also needed during the development to improve the visual function of the child. There can also be negative side effects so always consult your doctor before adding a new supplement when pregnant.
According to the study that was released by Pediatrics (2003; 111:e39–44), children whose mother’s took Cod Liver Oil verses Corn Oil during pregnancy and continued to take the Code Liver Oil or Corn Oil supplements for 3 months after giving birth, scored higher on standardized tests given to the children after they turned 4 years old. The standardized tests focused on intelligence.
The omega-3 fatty acid that can be found in Cod Liver Oil can also be manufactured in the human body. However, a larger source of this omerga-3 fatty acid can be found in nature, such as vegetable oils or nuts. Cod Liver Oil contains a higher level than body our bodies can produce as well as what is found in a lot of other foods. It is still unclear in infants have the ability to produce the level of omega-3 fatty acid needs for their rapid development. Hence the topic of introducing Cod Liver Oil supplements to during pregnancy, as the studies showed, is importance for the brain development.
The next obvious question: Is it safe to take Cod Liver Oil while breastfeeding? It is important to always remember that there is a risk of overdosing on Vitamin A while taking Cod Liver Oil supplements, so never exceed the recommended dosage. Breast milk should contain high levels of omega-3 fatty acids and one way on obtaining those levels, is by consuming the appropriate dose of Cod Liver Oil.
