The Importance of Omega-3 for Your Child's Brain Development

Why Omega-3 is Essential for Brain Development?

From the exciting moment of your child’s first words to their first day of school, it’s amazing how quickly a child’s brain grows and develops. By the age of 6, the brain has already reached 95% of its peak size! We can’t overstate the importance of supporting your child’s brain development during this time of growth.

We need Omega 3s in our diet to assist with:

• Cognitive function: Enhancing thinking, reasoning, memory, and overall mental processing.
• Eye health: Supporting healthy vision and eye development.
• Bone, teeth, and skin health: Contributing to strong bones, teeth, and glowing skin.
• Immune system: Helping maintain a healthy immune system.

Which food is highest in omega-3 fatty acids?

Omega 3 fatty acids are one of the key building blocks for the brain. Naturally found in high concentrations in oily fish like Sardines, Mackerel and Salmon, Omega 3s are essential fatty acids that cannot be synthesised or made in the body. While there are a few plant-based sources like chia seeds, flax seeds, and walnuts, fish is considered the best source of Omega-3s.

Is Your Child Getting Enough Omega-3?

I often get asked by parents if I think their child is getting enough Omega-3. The reality is, many children, especially those who are fussy eaters or who dislike fish, may not be getting the recommended amount.

If your child isn’t eating enough Omega-3-rich foods, supplements can be a great option to ensure they’re getting the nutrients they need for optimal brain development and overall health.

Eskimo-3: A Firm Favourite With Irish Families

One of my favourite brands is Eskimo 3. On the Irish market for over 30 years, it’s a firm favourite with Irish families. Renowned for its exceptional quality and purity, its kids’ range comes in a liquid or chewable form, in fruity flavours that kids are sure to enjoy.

Choose Eskimo-3 Kids liquid for children age 1-12. This contains a mixture of Omega-3, 6 and 9 with 5ug Vitamin D. Eskimo combine Omega 3 and 6 because a child’s brain and nervous system have different fatty acid requirements while growing. It is specifically formulated to provide a balance of Omega-3, 6 and 9 to support these needs. Eskimo Kids Liquid can be taken straight from the spoon or you can add it to a smoothie, yoghurt, fruit juice, or mix it into cereal. You can choose from tutti fruiti or orange flavour.

Eskimo-3 Kids Chewable DHA+: A Fun and Easy Way to Boost Brain Health

For kids who are reluctant to take liquid supplements, Eskimo-3 Kids Chewable DHA+ offers a soft, tasty orange-flavoured chewable option. This once-a-day supplement is designed to support your child’s brain function, vision, and immune system.

Like the liquid version, it also contains Vitamin D, which is essential for normal bone development and immune health. In addition, it’s fortified with Biotin and Choline to support a healthy nervous system, mental focus, and learning.

Eskimo-3 Kids Chewable DHA+ contains no artificial flavorings, no sweeteners, and is sugar-free, making it a parent-approved choice. Eskimo-3 Kids Chewable DHA+ won the Gold Medal for Best Omega-3 Supplement at both the 2020 and 2024 Irish National Parenting Product Awards.

Kids grow up fast, and feeding their body as well as their brain with the nutrients needed to support growth may set them up for life!