New research proposes target omega-3 DHA level for pregnant women

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New research proposes target omega-3 DHA level for pregnant women

A new scientific paper has, for the first time, proposed an omega-3 DHA target blood level of 5% or higher for pregnant women who want to reduce their risk of preterm birth.

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Nutrients 2018, 10(12) A Prenatal DHA Test to Help Identify Women at Increased Risk for Early Preterm Birth: A Proposal Kristina H. Jackson and William S. Harris - Link

Links: https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2019-01/wom-nrp012119.php

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