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Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation During Pregnancy and Child Cognitive Development

Braarud, H.C., et al. (2018)·Pediatrics·2018

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Taking omega-3 fish oil supplements during pregnancy may support your baby's brain development. This study found that children whose mothers took omega-3 supplements showed slightly better problem-solving skills at 18 months compared to those who didn't. While the effects were modest, the supplements were safe and well-tolerated.

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