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Re: DHA and formula
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Cherie Moore <[log in to unmask]>
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Sat, 7 Nov 1998 21:54:32 -0800
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It was posted that DHA (Docosahexanoic Acid) could be received by eating several eggs a week.
Actually the 69% fat of eggs is more saturated fat and some MUFA (Monounsaturated fatty acids). The polyunsaturated fats are the
lowest and those 2 that make DHA (the EFA linoleic and linolenic acid) are very low in eggs. Vegetarians (specifically vegans) have
the highest DHA levels in breastmilk-probably from a diet much higher in EFA's from nuts and seeds and oils. Fish oils also provide
the EFA's that  make up DHA!

Just my 2 cents worth-Cherie











Cherie Moore, M.S.
Cuesta College Nutrition Instructor

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