The Impact of Maternal Diet during Pregnancy and Lactation on the Fatty Acid Composition of Erythrocytes and Breast Milk of Chilean Women

The Impact of Maternal Diet during Pregnancy and Lactation on the Fatty Acid Composition of Erythrocytes and Breast Milk of Chilean Women

Maternal diet during pregnancy is relevant for fatty acid supply during fetal life and lactation. Arachidonic (AA) and docosahexaenoic (DHA) acids are also relevant for the normal growth and development of brain and visual system. AA and DHA provided by the mother to the fetus and infant are directl...

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Main Authors: Cynthia Barrera, Rodrigo Valenzuela, Rodrigo Chamorro, Karla Bascuñán, Jorge Sandoval, Natalia Sabag, Francesca Valenzuela, María-Paz Valencia, Claudia Puigrredon, Alfonso Valenzuela
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-06-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
pregnancy
breast milk
lactation
maternal diet
n-6 and n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid
docosahexaenoic acid
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/10/7/839

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