-EFA's

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HI ,

Yes, it can be difficult if a child does not eat well (or are too young) as

far as whole foods are concerned. I would ask about a supplement. Fish

oils are excellent, however flaxseed and/or oil is also rich in Omega-3 (as

are other oils and foods). If your doctor gives you his/her blessing about

a supplement try to find a very good one that uses cold-pressed organic

oils. I use cold-pressed canola oil in my every day cooking and olive oil

for salads and in pasta and other recipes. You have to be careful with

supplements. There just are not enough studies done on them like there are

on medicines (at least not in the US). I still think that if you can get

the EFA's in by whole foods, then that is a better option, but do ask. If a

doctor gave me his blessing I would try it in a small dose. Remember that

EFA's are fat soluble and are processed through the liver. I have heard

that people with diabetes should not take fish oil supplements because of

the high fat content, however, they can consume fish for the EFA's.

Everything in moderation. Good luck~

Autumn (Mom to Mark Cd5-Cd19 PID and )