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New Study: The Effect of Infant Formula Supplemented with ARA and DHA on Fatty Acid Levels of Infants with Different FADS Genotypes

In News · May 1, 2019

In a newly published study, the effects of diet and FADS polymorphisms on the long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LCPUFA) status of formula fed and breastfed infants were evaluated (1). Infants in this assessment were participants from the COGNIS study, which was conducted in Spain. FADS polymorphisms had a significant impact on DHA and ARA status in some formula fed infants.

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Investigating the Latest Science on the Impact of Nutrition on Infant Health and Development

In News · April 30, 2019

Nutrition experts and health care practitioners at the 20th Journées Interactives de Réalités Pédiatriques (JIRP) in Versailles, France, a leading pediatric conference that reports on research and scientific developments in infant and child health, discussed the importance of dietary fats, including the long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and arachidonic acid (ARA). Learn more.

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Why is DHA Omega-3 Such an Important Nutrient During Pregnancy?

In Expert opinion · February 21, 2019

DHA is vital to ensure a healthy pregnancy by supporting optimal maternal and infant health. The current recommendation is that pregnant women consume at least 500 mg of DHA omega-3 per day. (2) However, only a small proportion of women consume the recommended level. Learn why DHA omega-3 is such an important nutrient during pregnancy.

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Food, Planet, Health: Changing our Diet for Human Health and the Health of Our Planet

In News · January 29, 2019

Keeping pace with the growing population of the planet can be challenging, especially when it comes to feeding the world. To feed everyone a healthy diet, our food production systems need to become more sustainable. A recent report titled “Healthy Diets From Sustainable Food Systems,” published by the EAT-Lancet commission outlines several strategies that we can use to feed the world sustainably.

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Reducing Vitamin and Mineral Deficiencies in High Income Countries – Are There Cost Savings?

In Expert opinion · January 21, 2019

Are there cost savings in reducing vitamin and mineral deficiencies in high-income countries? This question is explored in the latest NUTRI-FACTS expert opinion by nutrition researcher, Julia Bird, BSc, MPH.

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Landmark Study – Long-chain omega-3 fats reduce the risk of premature birth

In Expert opinion · November 21, 2018

A landmark Cochrane Review was recently published showing the correlation between long-chain omega-3 (DHA and EPA) intake during pregnancy and the baby’s length of gestation. As a “gold standard” of scientific evidence analysis, the authors of the Cochrane Review suggest 500 mg – 1,000 mg of long-chain omega-3s, which includes a minimum of 500 mg of DHA may lower the risk of premature birth, including early preterm birth (ePTB less than 34 weeks of gestation).

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Video: World Diabetes Day - A look at heart health with Dr. Hilary Jones

In Expert opinion · November 6, 2018

Created in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization, World Diabetes Day is observed annually on November 14. There are close links between diabetes and heart health. General practitioner, Hilary Jones, shares his tips for a heart healthy diet that supports the health of all adults, and especially those with diabetes.

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Video: Perspective on Personalized Nutrition from Lucy Jones, RD

In Expert opinion · October 24, 2018

Internationally-recognized registered dietitian, Lucy Jones, provides her perspective on the fast-growing segment of personalized nutrition.

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Video: Hilary Jones, M.D. Explores Nutrient Density

In Expert opinion · September 21, 2018

The body consistently needs nutrient-dense food – full of essential vitamins and minerals – for optimal function. Hilary Jones, M.D. explores the topic of nutrient density in this latest NUTRI-FACTS expert opinion video series.

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Video: Breast Milk – Spotlight on DHA omega-3 and ARA omega-6 for Infant Health

In Expert opinion · August 28, 2018

London-based Gregory Ward, MBBS, FRCOG, Head of the London Postgraduate Specialty Training Programme in Obstetrics and Gynecology, discusses the importance of DHA omega-3 and ARA omega-6 nutrition to support infant health.