DHA 200mg

Sizes Available
60 softgels

Overview

Docosahexaenoic acid, typically known simply as DHA, is an omega-3 essential fatty acid. One of the primary building blocks of the brain and the eyes, DHA ensures optimal composition of cells in the brain, retinal tissue, heart, and parts of the nervous system. It is also vital for proper cell signaling as cells transport electrical currents that send messages throughout the body. Because of DHA’s role in proper growth and development for these critical areas, it is of particular importance to developing fetuses and young infants as well as pregnant and lactating women. During the last trimester of pregnancy and continuing through the first two years of infancy (and beyond) DHA levels in the brain rapidly increase and in order to sustain this neural development, DHA must be obtained through a healthy diet or supplementation. As much as 60% of the brain is comprised of fat with approximately 36% coming from DHA alone; therefore a lack of this essential fatty acid will be a limiting factor in brain development and cognitive capacity. Although present in human breast milk, DHA is not in cow’s milk; therefore many physicians recommend breast-feeding or the use of infant formula containing DHA.

Research Indicates

» Essential nutrient for optimal brain function
» Plays an important role in healthy eye function
» Important throughout pregnancy for health of both mother and child
» Studies support an association between DHA and benefits to the cardiovascular system
» May support healthy blood pressure
» May support healthy growth hormone levels
» May support a healthy mood
» May support healthy inflammatory response
» Contributes to normal brain development of the fetus, infants, and young children

Recommended Dosage
Take 1 softgel daily.

Cautions
• There are no known reports of toxicity associated with DHA.
• If you are pregnant, nursing, have any health condition or are taking any medications, consult your health care practitioner before using this product.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, imply cure or prevent any disease. For more information regarding excipients, please refer to the excipient list.