So what do you need to eat for you and your baby – and why?
Nutrient | Essential fatty acids |
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Why do you and your baby need it? |
Also known as ‘good fats’, DHA an omega-3 fatty acid and ARA an omega-6 fatty acid, are essential fatty acids that contribute to the development of your baby’s brain. Your body can’t make all of them, so you need to provide them through the food you eat. |
Eat it so you can… |
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How much is enough? |
115mg/day during pregnancy |
On your plate |
Omega-3 fatty acids are found in:
Omega-6 fatty acids are found in:
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Tips |
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