Question 1

my son is turning 8 months old he drink s26 gold. may i ask. what is the difference between s 26 gold and similac gain. which one do you recommend with high in dha and good for immunity?

Accepted Answer

: Similac gain has a combination of Vitamin E and DHA. S26 Gold is a complete formula. There is natural development of the immune system, good hand washing and an infant probiotic may be helpful. Please discuss with your Pediatrician.

Question 2

how much epa and dha we need?

Accepted Answer

: Never use abbreviations in medicine.

Question 3

is omga 3s dha & epa good for you?

Accepted Answer

Yes: For the growing child it enhances brain growth as brain membranes are laid down. We have noted improved development and iq scores on diets supplemented with omega-3 fatty acids. Check out all the new baby formulas.
For older children and adults they continue to assist in membrane synthesis and keeping fats solubilized in the blood to decrease atherosclerosis and arterial plaque formation.

Question 4

are dha and epa good for you everyday?

Accepted Answer

No One Knows: To my knowledge, there is no proven answer to these questions, altho it probably is safe.

Question 5

could wheat germ has both dha and epa?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Available sources for DHA and EPA include egg yolk and fish oils.

Question 6

are there alternatives to seafood (omega3  dha epa) expect supplements?

Accepted Answer

Fish oil: Refer to this wiki for lots of information on fish oil:

http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/fish_oil.

Question 7

does flax seed offer epa and dha fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

Mostly ALA: Dha and epa are found more in animal products like salmon.

Question 8

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.

Question 9

how can i get dha and epa if i am vegetarisn? (i do not eat fish as well)

Accepted Answer

Algae: Fish get high omega 3 fatty acids (dha and epa) from eating algae.  You can get omega 3s that are derived from algae too.

Question 10

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

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My son is turning 8 months old he drink s26 gold. may i ask. what is the difference between s 26 gold and similac gain. which one do you recommend with high in dha and good for immunity?

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How much epa and dha we need?

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Is omga 3s dha & epa good for you?

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Are dha and epa good for you everyday?

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Could wheat germ has both dha and epa?

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Are there alternatives to seafood (omega3 dha epa) expect supplements?

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Does flax seed offer epa and dha fatty acids?

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

A member asked:

How can i get dha and epa if i am vegetarisn? (i do not eat fish as well)

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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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