Question
My daughter was born one month premature and is now 6 years old. She has been taking DHA oil since birth. Will it have side effects if she continues to consume it, or could it trigger precocious puberty?
Answer
DHA is a vital polyunsaturated fatty acid for the human body, essential for the growth and maintenance of nervous system cells, crucial for the development of the brain and retina. During the period from 6 months to 2 years of age, consuming DHA is extremely important for the intellectual and visual development of children, generally without side effects and not leading to precocious puberty.