DHA - "Golden nutrient" supports brain development for babies

Did you know that a child's intellectual development journey does not begin at birth, but from the very first days of formation in the mother's womb? During this process, DHA plays the role of an indispensable "golden nutrient" for the development of the fetus' brain and vision.

DHA - The foundation for building the brain and vision of the fetus

DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) is an essential omega-3 fatty acid, which accounts for a very high proportion of the brain's gray matter. This is an important component of nerve cell membranes, helping to transmit nerve signals most effectively.

The importance of DHA does not stop at the brain. Medical studies show that DHA accounts for 60% of nutrients in the retina. This means that DHA plays a decisive role in perfecting the structure and function of the eyes, helping babies have bright, healthy and clear eyes right from birth.

A particularly important point that many pregnant mothers do not know is that the fetus is not able to synthesize DHA on its own. The baby is completely dependent on the amount of DHA that the mother provides through the placenta. This confirms the absolute importance of pregnant mothers proactively supplementing enough DHA throughout pregnancy.

Reputable health organizations such as the American Pregnancy Association recommend that pregnant and lactating women supplement 200-300mg of DHA per day. For pregnant women who eat little or no fish, some other recommendations can be up to 600mg of DHA/day to ensure adequate needs for fetal development.

Notable research published in 2020 showed that maternal DHA supplementation from the third month of pregnancy can significantly improve children's memory ability by up to 30% when children are assessed later.

The reason the third month is considered the “golden time” is because this is the stage when the fetus’s brain and nervous system develop rapidly. During this stage, millions of nerve cells are formed every minute, creating the foundation for the child’s comprehensive intellectual development.

DHA supplementation for pregnant women: From food sources or supplements?

From natural food sources

Fatty fish such as salmon, sardines, herring and anchovies are excellent natural sources of DHA and are recommended by nutritionists. However, this method also has some notable limitations.

The risk of mercury contamination from certain large ocean fish is a major concern for pregnant women. In addition, not all pregnant women like to eat fish or can eat enough fish daily to meet the necessary DHA needs.

Solution from DHA supplements

DHA supplements are a convenient, safe solution that helps control dosage accurately. Currently, there are many high-quality DHA supplements on the market, chosen by many pregnant mothers to support the brain and vision development of their babies right from the womb, including DHA EU Hymega.

DHA EU Hymega provides 250mg of pure DHA per capsule, extracted entirely from DHA-rich fish using modern technology, containing no mercury, heavy metals or other toxic substances.

In addition, with soft capsule formulation, DHA EU Hymega is very convenient, easy to drink and especially does not cause nausea or unpleasant fishy smell. This helps pregnant mothers have a comfortable DHA supplement experience and maintain regular drinking.

A little tip to increase the ability to absorb DHA is to take the supplement with meals rich in healthy fats such as avocado, walnuts, or combine with a delicious fresh fruit smoothie. This helps the body absorb DHA significantly more effectively.

In addition, maintaining a balanced diet, combined with regular DHA supplementation and consulting a specialist will bring optimal results for fetal development.

Supplementing enough DHA is the way for mothers to build a solid foundation for their children's future intelligence, helping them take the first steady steps on the path to comprehensive development. Therefore, mothers should proactively learn and choose safe and suitable solutions for themselves and their fetuses!

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