Do pregnant women transfer all of the Omega-3’s to their babies or just some?
A. Mothers transfer all three of the Omega-3 fatty acids to their babies. If their own diets contain enough Omega-3’s for mother and baby to share, then both have enough for healthy function. If for any reason the mother’s diet is not sufficient, her baby’s needs will take priority. Omega-3 fatty acids in the mother’s body will be broken down and transferred to the baby. Nature prioritizes Omega-3 use in this way, because the baby’s brain and nervous system cannot develop without them. Naturally, the brain and nervous systems that most likely suffer when Omega-3 intake is not adequate during pregnancy and nursing, is that of the mother. That is why we recommend daily supplementation using Omega-3 Brain Booster™, so the nutritional needs of both mother and baby can be met.
