Fish oil has become one of the most widely taken nutritional supplements by both children and adults and for good reason. Bursting with omega-3s (vital fatty acids that our body is incapable of producing on its own), fish oil benefits our brain, our vision, our skin and even our mood. The Heart Foundation recommends Australians eat at least two to three servings per week of oily fish, like mackerel, salmon or sardines, but eight out of 10 of us aren’t meeting the recommended intake.
Consuming the right amount of omega-3 is associated with supporting eye health.DHA, a type of omega-3, is a major building block of your retina. The retina’s job is to convert light into electrical signals that your brain will use to create visual images.
Ensuring that your body consumes enough omega-3s during pregnancy is essential for healthy foetal development including the baby’s brain.
Our brain uses omega-3’s to support brain health and cognitive function.