Question 1

i have a question regarding the prenatal which are taken during pregnancy. is "brainstrong powered by life dha" is good to take?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pregnant women are recommended to take 200 mg of dha daily which enhances neuronal development.

Question 2

should women take dha capsule during pregnancy? if so, when to start? what's the best ratio of dha:epa? and what's doses recommended for pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

DHA in pregnancy: Research indicates that the two most beneficial Omega-3s are EPA and DHA  Although EPA and DHA naturally occur together and work together in the body, studies show that each fatty acid has unique benifits EPA supports the heart and immune system, DHA supports the brain,eyes, and central nervous system which is why it is uniquely important for pregnant and lactating women   300 mg DHA daily

Question 3

is it safe to take dha supplement with rosemary extract in it during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

DHA: Dha is great supplement for nursing mothers. Not sure why you would get one with rosemary extract- buy the one made by enfamil, it was one of the originals and they did lots of research.

Question 4

what to eat to fulfill dha during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

DHA: Fish oils, supplemental DHA if you do not like fresh fish. Enfamil makes a supplement for pregnant and nursing mothers that contains both DHA and ARA

Question 5

how much chia seeds should i eat to supplement dha during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Ant supplements you take during pregnancy should be reviewed with your obstetrician.

Question 6

how much dha is needed during pregnancy?  i'm 14w1d & vitamin has 200 mg. i eat a salmon fillet per week also. do i need supplementation?

Accepted Answer

DHA: A pregnant woman needs 300 mg of dha. You don't need supplementation as long as you eat salmon.

Question 7

would milk with dha & omega 3 added be ideal to drink every day during my pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Prenatal vitamins : and supplements are important, what you described is good,  but won't replace the need of prenatal  vitamins recommended by your doctor, wish you a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby

Question 8

i heard that consuming dha supplement after 20 weeks pregnancy can cause excessive bleeding during labor. is it true? when should i stop taking it?

Accepted Answer

1 per day: There are many DHA supplements in the form of prenatal vitamins which are recommended for pregnant women. When taken at recommended dose the increase risk of bleeding is not generally a concern

Question 9

can i take prenatal vitamins & dha without ob-gyn prescription?i'm on my 5-6th week of pregnancy.i take 5 mg of folic acid everyday.visit a doc in 1m

Accepted Answer

Yes: A lot of prenatal vitamins are sold over the counter, you could try taking a basic one until you see your obstetrician at that time she will recommend what to continue with. Congratulations!

Question 10

in regards to pregnancy, what is dpa, epa, and dha?

Accepted Answer

Essential fatty acid: These are short forms of the essential fatty acids which are important for the new unborn child's proper development especially of the brain. Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) &amp; docosahexaenoic acid(DHA) are essential human nutrients. Therefore now a days they are being stressed both for the pregnant women as well as the growing infants who are taking formulas.

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Should women take dha capsule during pregnancy? if so, when to start? what's the best ratio of dha:epa? and what's doses recommended for pregnancy?

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Is it safe to take dha supplement with rosemary extract in it during pregnancy?

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What to eat to fulfill dha during pregnancy?

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How much chia seeds should i eat to supplement dha during pregnancy?

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How much dha is needed during pregnancy? i'm 14w1d & vitamin has 200 mg. i eat a salmon fillet per week also. do i need supplementation?

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Would milk with dha & omega 3 added be ideal to drink every day during my pregnancy?

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I heard that consuming dha supplement after 20 weeks pregnancy can cause excessive bleeding during labor. is it true? when should i stop taking it?

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Can i take prenatal vitamins & dha without ob-gyn prescription?i'm on my 5-6th week of pregnancy.i take 5 mg of folic acid everyday.visit a doc in 1m

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In regards to pregnancy, what is dpa, epa, and dha?

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