You have perhaps heard that fish is good for you or that Omega 3 is essential for the healthy development of your baby but did you know why?
Numerous clinical studies have shown that an omega 3 fatty acid called "DHA" is crucial for the healthy growth and development of babies and young children. DHA omega-3 is naturally found throughout the body and is most abundant in the brain, eyes and the heart. DHA is critical for healthy brain and eye development and function and has been shown to support heart health from infancy through adulthood. DHA serves as a primary building block for the brain and the eye. Just as calcium is essential for building strong bones, DHA ensures that the cells in the brain, retina, heart, and other parts of the nervous system develop and function properly. For baby this omega-3 DHA has to come from the food mum eats whilst pregnant and breast feeding.
Importance of DHA for Brain Health and developmentDHA makes up approximately 30 percent of the structural fat in the grey matter of the brain. Studies have shown that DHA plays a major role in the mental development of infants and supports the mental function of children and adults throughout life.
The European Food Standards Agency (EFSA) Journal 2010, 8 (3) 1461, states:
• For children of 7 - 24 months, the adequate intake for DHA is 100 mg/day for visual development
• For women who are pregnant or lactating, an additional 100-200 mg/day of DHA is recommended
Where does Omega 3 DHA come from?Pregnant and breast feeding mums are recommended to consume fish in their diet to obtain these important omega 3 nutrients but what is not known quite so well is that fish do not actually produce these omega 3 fatty acids. The omega 3 actually comes from the food fish eat, called micro algae.
Unfortunately fish have also been shown to bio accumulate environmental contaminants such as heavy metals (mercury, lead, cadmium etc.), dioxins and PCBs, all of which are toxic to humans and for the healthy development of your baby. The UK government's Food Standards Agency (FSA) have even recommended that 'at risk groups' such as pregnant and nursing mothers should consume a maximum of two portions of fish per week due to concerns over these potential contaminants.
So what do you do, fish is good for you but also a risk???
To overcome this problem we have developed 'Opti3 Complete Omega-3' a unique 100% natural, high strength Omega-3 EPA and DHA supplement. Opti3 does not come from fish instead it comes from the original and true source of omega 3- micro algae. These micro-algae do not come from the sea but instead are grown under controlled conditions so we can be 100% sure that the omega 3 oil is free from contaminants and toxins.
Opti3 Complete Omega 3 capsules contain microalgae oil which is among the richest marine omega-3 sources with 3-times the DHA concentration versus fish oil, Opti3 has simply taken fish out of the food chain, proving a clean, sustainable and pure source of these most important essential omega 3 fatty acids.
Even their capsules are pure, we don't use any animal derived ingredients whatsoever, Opti3 has been assessed, approved and registered with the UK Vegan and Vegetarian Societies, Opti3 is a true alternative to Fish Oil Omega-3 without the risk of toxic impurities.
Opti3 provides a balanced blend of 700mg total Omega-3, including 200mg of DHA to meet the UK and European Food Standards Agencies recommend intake. Omega 3 has reported health benefits including improved heart health, brain function, lowering cholesterol, baby and child development, joint health and much more.
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