Effect of essential fatty acids on brain development

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  • M. Jovančević -
  • V. Skolan -
  • G. Armano -
  • D. Mladinić Vulić -

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.13112/pc.761

Ključne riječi:

BRAIN – growth and development, FATTY ACIDS, ESSENTIAL, PREGNANCY, CHILD

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In this review paper, the authors bring basic knowledge on essential fatty acids and their effect on early brain development. In particular, the authors stress the importance of the omega-3 fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid in brain structure and functioning as well as the importance of optimal intake of these nutrients during pregnancy and early childhood.

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2012-03-30

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Jovančević, M., Skolan, V., Armano, G., & Vulić, D. M. (2012). Effect of essential fatty acids on brain development. Paediatria Croatica, 56(1), 49-53. https://doi.org/10.13112/pc.761

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