Fish intake reflects on DHA level in breast milk among lactating women in Latvia

Fish intake reflects on DHA level in breast milk among lactating women in Latvia

Abstract Background Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an essential fatty acid required for proper growth and development. DHA levels in breast milk vary worldwide. Higher levels are observed among coastal populations and are associated with marine food consumption. Latvia is located in Northern Europe,...

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Main Authors: Līva Aumeistere, Inga Ciproviča, Dace Zavadska, Viktors Volkovs
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-07-01
Series:International Breastfeeding Journal
Subjects:
Breast milk
Docosahexaenoic acid
Lactation
Breastfeeding
Dietary habits
Maternal nutrition
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13006-018-0175-8

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