Elevit DHA
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Elevit DHA
Elevit DHA offers a scientific formula with algae sourced omega-3 to support baby’s brain and eye development during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Elevit DHA is designed to be taken alongside your Elevit Pregnancy Multivitamin.
About Elevit DHA:
DHA is an omega-3 fatty acid which is essential for healthy brain and eye function. DHA isn’t something we can naturally produce much of, therefore it has to be obtained through diet or supplementation. While DHA can be obtained through diet by eating fish and seafood products, many women don’t eat the recommended serves of these types of foods, that’s why we developed Elevit DHA.
Omega-3s are important components of cell membranes. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, nutritional requirements for DHA are increased as DHA is utilised for the normal development of the brain, nervous system and eyes of the growing foetus and baby.
The first 1000 days of a baby's life, from conception to their 2nd birthday, are a critical period for brain and eye development. While DHA plays a key role in this, most pregnant and breastfeeding women do not get enough through diet alone as they can be cautious about eating fish during this time.
During pregnancy and breastfeeding, it is recommended to supplement to reach adequate levels and in turn support your growing baby.
While there is no RDI for DHA in pregnancy, local and international guidelines recognise that it is an important nutrient during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and that many women may not obtain enough from fish food sources. The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists recommend that women whose dietary intake of omega 3 fatty acids is low consider dietary supplementation5. The European Food Safety Authority recommends that pregnant and breastfeeding women take 100-200mg DHA per day, in addition to recommendations for healthy adults (200mg is roughly equivalent to one tin of tuna (95g).
- Brain function
- Cognitive development
- Eye development
- Elevit DHA is from the makers of Elevit, Australia’s No.1 pregnancy multivitamin* and experts in pregnancy nutrition.
- It contains 200mg DHA to help meet the needs of pregnant and lactating women.
- It is intended to be taken in addition to Elevit pregnancy multivitamin, however as Elevit Breastfeeding also contains 200mg DHA the two products do not need to be taken together.
- It can be added to the diet based on individual needs.
- It’s a fish free, sustainable source of DHA omega-3.
*IQVIA MAT$ 18/07/20
Elevit DHA is a once daily supplement that can be taken at any time of the day
Elevit DHA is available in a 60’s pack from your local pharmacy.
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)- rich oil derived from microalgae | 470 mg |
Equivalent to DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) | 200 mg |
FAQS
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, learn how a DHA supplement may help. See here for all your questions answered.
Elevit DHA is a scientific formula with algae sourced omega-3 to support baby’s brain and eye development during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Take one capsule daily or as directed by your healthcare professional. This product is suitable for use by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Elevit DHA is available in Chemist Warehouse and leading Pharmacies. Elevit DHA is not currently available from Coles or Woolworths.
Yes, Elevit DHA can be taken with Elevit pregnancy multivitamin. It is not a replacement.
Elevit DHA should not be used with Elevit Breastfeeding. Elevit Breastfeeding is specifically formulated to help women meet the increased nutrient requirements of breastfeeding and should be taken throughout the breastfeeding period.
Elevit DHA is halal certified. Elevit DHA does not have kosher certification.
No. Elevit DHA is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. It contains an animal derived ingredient gelatin.
Yes, Elevit DHA contains animal derived ingredient gelatin.