One of the most important aspects of pregnancy is ensuring that you’re taking good care of yourself and one of the best places to start is by taking quality supplements. The most common supplement that pregnant women take is folate, but did you know that taking a prenatal DHA supplement benefits both mum and bub?
What is DHA you ask? Put simply, DHA is a major structural fat in the human brain and eyes, helping these organs and the central nervous system to form.
It is essential that pregnant and breastfeeding women maintain adequate levels of DHA which are beneficial for the growth of your child’s brain and eyes, while also supporting healthy foetal development. When it comes to mum, DHA ensures optimal maternal health.
Pregnancy demands an increased intake of omega-3, specifically DHA, as dietary sources alone may not provide sufficient levels. Although numerous DHA supplements are available, they typically consist of a single ingredient. However, for optimal brain and eye development of the foetus, it is crucial to consider additional beneficial nutrients. Recognising this need, Perdays has developed a pioneering blend of ingredients that synergistically support cognitive development during pregnancy. Their product, Perdays Opti-Smart + DHA, has emerged as a leading choice for pregnancy supplements in Australia, prioritising the holistic well-being of both mother and baby.
Perdays Opti Smart + DHA has been designed by leading Australian experts and is an advanced formulation, which includes pure DHA derived from microalgae. This formulation is high in sn-2 content for increased bioavailability (ability to be absorbed by the body) and combines active ingredients such as zeaxanthin and lutein, and beta carotene.
Did you know that the eyes are made of brain tissue? During pregnancy, the brain and eyes develop together over a long period, making them more vulnerable to structural and functional issues. DHA, a vital fat, helps shape the brain and eyes and supports the central nervous system. SN-2 DHA is especially important because it can enter the brain and plays a role in the gut-brain connection. Not all forms of DHA benefit the brain; DHA at the SN-1 and SN-3 positions mostly goes to the liver. Apart from DHA, optimal eye development also requires nutrients like lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta-carotene. Lutein and zeaxanthin are powerful antioxidants that belong to the carotenoid family. These compounds play a crucial role in supporting eye health by filtering harmful blue light and protecting the macula, a region in the retina responsible for sharp vision. Beta carotene, another carotenoid, acts as a precursor to vitamin A and contributes to overall eye health as well.
Stand out Benefits of Perdays Opti Smart + DHA:
- Pure DHA – with high sn-2 contend for boosted bioavailability and maximum absorption
- Foetal Development – contains nutrients specially targeted to nurture foetal brain development
- Central nervous system and brain support – helps maintain and support healthy foetal brain and central nervous system development
- Vegan and vegetarian friendly – pure algal-derived DHA is naturally low in mercury
- Contains lutein and zeaxanthin – powerful carotenoids that are derived from marigold flowers
- Contains Betacarotene – an essential micronutrient that supports multiple biological functions as well as foetal development
- Supports preconception health – by nourishing the body in preparation for a healthy pregnancy
- Nutriseal™ – patented technology for targeted delivery
- Supports maternal health – through sn-2 when dietary intake is inadequate
- First of its kind – Perdays Opti Smart + DHA is the first sn-2 DHA in Australia
Designed by leading Australian experts, the Opti-Smart + DHA also utilises Perdays Nutriseal™ encapsulation technology—for targeted absorption.
Directions
Take one capsule twice per day with a main meal or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Each aesthetically pleasing bottle of Perdays Opti Smart + DHA contains 60 capsules, which equates to a one-month supply.
BUY NOW: Perdays Opti Smart + DHA RRP $79.00
By Erin Warren 
Mary Stevens - June 27, 2023 @ 10:27
I’ve been taking these pills, including the iron ones, during my first and second trimesters, and now I’m entering the third one! All blood tests are looking good?