Fish Oil Benefits for Children
July 7th, 2011
The reality is that children need omega-3 fatty acids just as much as adults. Unfortunately, many families are not fish eating families, leaving this important part of nutrition left out. It’s not always recommended to begin giving your children fish oil pills in order to supplement the lack of fish in their diet. You must ask your physician about this. Many young athletes, particularly those involved in intense running (say track or cross country) can really benefit from the anti-inflammatory benefits of fish oil. If you avoid the fish oil pills, look for omega-3 enriched products as we’ve discussed on here before. Also, be sure to see the doctor because maybe fish oil dosage is appropriate for your son or daughter.
