Healthy Babies

Several studies have found that regular seafood consumption is an important part of a pregnant woman’s diet because of the need for DHA Omega-3, a critical nutrient for the development and health of a baby’s brain, heart and eyes. Additional studies have also shown that eating seafood while pregnant may increase the child’s IQ and lead to better developmental skills.

• Studies have shown that women who eat seafood while pregnant may help to increase their child’s IQ. This study also found no evidence of harmful effects of eating fish for pregnant women. Read more
• The Fats of Life Newsletter focuses on the importance of essential fatty acids, AA and DHA, in fetal development. This article cites the extremely low consumption of fish by women in the United States and emphasizes that these essential fatty acids are important in fetal development in the brain cells, the vascular system and other tissues as well. Read more
• Studies also show that eating fish during pregnancy can help prevent allergies and asthma. Read more
• For women of childbearing age, benefits of modest fish intake outweigh potential risks, with the exception of a few selected species. Read more