Boosting Vision in Preterm Babies with Omega Fatty Acids
A study conducted in Sweden involving 178 extremely preterm babies found that those given a combination of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid supplements showed improved visual function by age two and a half. The supplement not only reduced the risk of a sight-threatening eye disease but also appeared to enhance the brain's ability to interpret visual stimuli. These findings could influence new guidelines for neonatal care regarding the administration of fatty acid supplements to extremely preterm babies.
