Factors associated with plasma n-3 and n-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid levels in Tanzanian infants.
Pili KamenjuEllen HertzmarkEdmond K KabagambeEmily R SmithAlfa MuhihiRamadhani A NoorSalum MshamuChristina BrieglebChristopher SudfeldHonorati MasanjaWafaie W FawziPublished in: European journal of clinical nutrition (2019)
Greater birth weight and higher maternal plasma PUFA levels at 3 months postpartum were significantly associated with higher infant plasma PUFA levels at 3 months age. Twin births, male sex, and higher maternal MUFA levels were associated with lower infant plasma PUFA levels. Nutrition counseling for optimal intake of PUFA-rich foods, to lactating mothers in resource-limited settings may be beneficial for improved infant health.