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The Skinny on Fats – DHA & ARA in Vitaflo Products!
Polyunsaturated fats (PUFA), particularly omega 3 fatty acids are known to be good, heart-healthy fats. Oily fish, such as salmon and tuna are the main sources of DHA in a regular diet. DHA is known to have many benefits, including heart health and even brain and eye development. People with PKU and other related disorders of protein metabolism have a very restricted natural protein intake and can’t consume high protein foods such as fish, meat, eggs and nuts, which are all rich sources of omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. Omega 6 fatty acids are more readily obtained as they are abundantly found in vegetable oils and spreads, which are not typically restricted in the diet.
The Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN, 2004) has recommended that the general population eat at least two portions of fish per week, which contains approximately 450mg per day of omega 3 fatty acids. In addition to the recommendation for the general population SACN has stated that an adequate intake of omega 3 fatty acids is particularly important for women of child bearing age. An estimated 25g of maternal DHA is required during pregnancy and lactation to support the development of the fetal and infant brain. It is recommended that women of childbearing age should eat one or two portions of oily fish per week (450mg to 800mg per day omega 3 fatty acids).
Vitaflo has added a palatable source of DHA to our liquid, ready to drink protein substitutes for PKU, MSUD, TYR and HCU. A typical daily dose of 4 Cooler (15) pouches provides 492mg of omega 3 fatty acids, which is in line with the current SACN 2004 recommendations of 450mg/day. They taste great too!
 Additionally, Vitaflo is excited to introduce KeyOmega and DocOmega, which are powdered forms of omega 3 and omega 6 essential fats. Both can be easily added to any protein substitute or low protein diet where rich sources of such nutrients through foods are not permitted.
KeyOmega is a blend of both DHA & ARA, which is ideal for use with any of the Vitaflo Gel products. Incorporating KeyOmega into a toddler or young patient’s daily routine is a practical way of ensuring DHA & ARA requirements are met.
For older kids and adults, DocOmega contains DHA only and can be used alongside all Vitaflo Express products to increase adequate daily DHA intake.
Both KeyOmega and DocOmega are for use in ages one and older. For more information about both of these products, please contact your dietitian or healthcare provider.
To find out more about our Cooler, Gel and Express products, please contact Vitaflo USA at 1-888-VITAFLO (848-2356), or you can visit our website at www.VitafloUSA.com.
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