Showing posts with label omega-3 fat. Show all posts
Showing posts with label omega-3 fat. Show all posts

Thursday, 4 February 2016

Omega-3 A Vital Source Of Nutrient For Your Child

Omega3 - The Best Food For Your Child

This article reveals the importance of Omega-3 in the diet of a pregnant woman.  A lot has been written about Mercury being the cause of Autism in children so it is vital to ensure that women eat the right kind of food during pregnancy.

 

  • Omega-3 fat is critical for healthy development in utero, especially for eye and brain development. The ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 is also important for proper development. Ideally, it should be less than 5:1
  • Animals fed a diet in which the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio matched the standard American diet (high in omega-6, low in omega-3) produced offspring whose brains were much smaller than those fed ideal amounts
  • In a second study, pregnant women who ate 600 grams (21 ounces, or about 4 servings) of fish per week during pregnancy had children whose IQ scores were 2.8 points higher than those who ate less fish

Friday, 25 April 2014

How Does Exercise Help You Avoid Osteoporosis?

Important news on how to avoid Osteoporosis.  This is particularly vital during the Menopause.  So many women do not realise they have Osteoporosis until they break a bone.  However, it is also of utmost importance to take the right supplements and needs to be checked to ascertain the level of dosage needed. 

Certain nutrients, including omega-3 fat, calcium, vitamin D, K2, and magnesium, are also critical for strong bones—as is exercise, especially weight-bearing exercises and Whole Body Vibrational Training using a Power Plate.


How Does Exercise Help You Avoid Osteoporosis?