Pregnancy and Fetal Development
Trans fats compete with EPA and DHA, the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil. DHA is described as a primary structural building block for the retina and central nervous system. The article says trans fats displace DHA from met…
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Trans fats compete with EPA and DHA, the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil. DHA is described as a primary structural building block for the retina and central nervous system. The article says trans fats displace DHA from metabolic pathways and impair formation of the fetal brain, spinal cord, and retina. Trans fat consumption during pregnancy is correlated with preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and premature delivery. Shorter gestational length increases the number of prematurely born infants, compounding developmental risks.