Why Eating Fish Necessary for Pregnant Women

Why Eating Fish is Necessary for Pregnant Women Nutrition / By Dr. Yasmeen Kauser Current evidence indicates that regularly eating sea fish during pregnancy is beneficial. Fish is a good source of the long-chain polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid, also called EPA, and docosahexaenoic acid, also called DHA. Oily fish is a major dietary source for EPA and DHA. These long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, also called LC-PUFAs, are essential for our body and relatively large amounts are needed for fetal growth. We can only form small amounts of EPA and DHA from other fats like vegetable oils. Therefore, the dietary supply of preformed EPA and DHA from fish and other sources becomes particularly important in pregnancy. Fish also contains other essential nutrients, in particular vitamin D and iodine. Fish is also a good source of choline, selenium, iron, zinc, and copper. Health Effects of Intake of Fish During Pregnancy Fatty acids are an important source of energy. Also, fatty acids are essential structural components of all cell membranes in our bodies. The omega-6 fatty acid, arachidonic acid, and the omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA are precursors for the formation of short-lived, highly potent regulatory molecules so-called eicosanoids and docosanoids. They are very powerful modulators of growth, development, cell differentiation, and function. They influence cardiovascular and immune functions, platelet aggregation, and inflammation. For more information click on the link below https://nutritionjewel.com/why-eating-fish-is-important-for-pregnant-women/ #pregnancy