What kind of Omega-3 supplements are best to take during pregnancy?
Dear Monika,
Our product Omegor Vitality is a supplement of Omega-3 fatty acids certified with 5 stars IFOS. The Omega-3 fatty acids in Vitality are present in the form of re-esterified triglycerides (rTG), a more bioavailable form, meaning more easily absorbed compared to the ethyl ester (EE) form. Several scientific studies have shown that rTG are absorbed 50 to 100% better than EE.
A recent study by Dyerberg J., the author who first demonstrated the benefits of Omega-3 for cardiovascular diseases, definitively showed that fatty acids in rTG form are absorbed 76% better compared to those in EE form. You can consult the study at the following link: Bioavailability of marine n-3 fatty acid formulations.
Our product line includes a specific supplement for pregnancy and breastfeeding periods: VitaDHA Materna. VitaDHA Materna is a rich source of:
- 250 milligrams of DHA with very high purity and digestibility;
- 400 micrograms of L-methylfolate, a highly absorbable form of folic acid.
VitaDHA Materna can be recommended starting from the 3rd month of pregnancy until the 6th month of breastfeeding. The incorporation of DHA into the fetal brain significantly strengthens during the last 3 months of pregnancy, so according to your gynecologist’s opinion you may decide to start supplementation later.
If you wish for a product with a higher DHA content (the most indicated Omega-3 fatty acid during pregnancy), I would recommend one sachet a day of VitaDHA, a liquid supplement that provides 1250 milligrams of DHA and 360 milligrams of EPA per single dose. Considering you were already supplementing DHA with an Omega-3 supplement, you could take one sachet of VitaDHA daily until delivery.
Afterwards, if you breastfeed, continue with one sachet per day for the entire duration of breastfeeding. If you do not breastfeed, continue with one sachet every other day until the sixth month after delivery, then return to a supplement like Omegor Vitality.
I remain available for further questions.
Best regards,
Dr. Rosaria Ramondino Pharmacist and Pharmaceutical Chemist
