Fish Oil = Brain Smart, Really?

"OIL fish can support the growth of brain cells and nerves, which are the basis of intelligence. However, it does not mean children who were given fish oil would be a smart, loh!, "Go to Dr. John Zacharia, SpA., From the RS Premier Jatinegara.

The 'Allied Intelligence Child'

Found in separate places, dr. Laila Hayati, M. Nutrition. SpGK, from RSAB Harapan Kita explains, "Fish oil is oil derived from fish, which contains omega 3, ie, eicosapentaenoic (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)."

Omega 3 could Moms meet at deep-sea fish such as salmon, mackerel, herring, blue fish, and so forth. Apart from fish, nuts and seeds also contain omega 3, though not directly - just as a raw material which later turned into Omega 3

Yes, Nuts contain ALA (alpha linolenic acid), in the body will form into EPA and DHA. Well, the source of omega-3 is related to the intelligence of children.

Dose Safe for Children

Fish oil is beneficial for health, but do not be consumed excessively. The reason, fish oil can reduce levels of vitamin E in the body.

For the fish oil made from fish liver extract - one of the stacked toxic substances - excess doses can cause poisoning vitamin A and vitamin D. Moreover, if the fish live in places that do not meet health standards and are not hygienic.

"For the syrup form of fish oil, the ideal dose for the age of 1 year, 5 ml per day. While the age of 5 years, at most 15 ml per day, "added John.

While Facebook is not excessive doses or did not lack, Laila suggests, "Eat enough fish, nuts and seeds are varied. It is sufficient for Omega 3. However, if the child ate fish less lataran allergic or do not like fish, it is okay to eat fish oil. "

Actually, according to John, children need more fish oil, which is problematic patients, such as hyperactive children or children who have learning difficulties. Once granted additional fish oil, there is little improvement in motor skills, reading skills and learning skills.

Fish Oil Works ...

1. Lowering blood pressure in children who are overweight.

2. Increase the child's brain development.

3. Help reduce inflammatory conditions.

4. Preventing problem behavior disorders in children.

5. As a "media ride 'that is right for vitamin A and vitamin D - Vitamin A, D, E, and K are fat soluble - vitamins which are then more easily absorbed. For example, provision of vitamin A in the form of regular syrup, not absorbed by the body as well as vitamin A that is supplied with fish oil. (Source: Mom & Kiddie