Oceans 3 MOM
FAQs
– July 2009
 1.
What are omega-3 fatty acids and why are they beneficial?
A: Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids
that are essential nutrients for health. We need omega-3 fatty acids for
numerous normal body functions, such as contributing to healthy eyes and
supporting cell membranes in the brain; they are also associated with
many other health benefits, including maintaining heart health.†
2. What is DHA and why is it important to prenatal
health?
A: DHA or docosahexaenoic acid is an omega-3 fatty
acid found in egg yolks, in fish such as tuna, salmon, and sardines as
well as fish oils; it is abundant in breast milk, especially if Mom gets
plenty of DHA in her diet. DHA is of great importance for pregnant women
and new mothers, because is a major structural fat in the brain and
retina, accounting for up to 97 percent of the omega-3s in the brain and
up to 93 percent of the omega-3s in the retina. DHA is also a key
component of the heart and is shown to support heart health from infancy
through adulthood.† DHA is especially important in the last trimester of
pregnancy and the first few months of an infant’s life when the child’s
brain undergoes rapid growth.†
3. How much DHA is recommended during pregnancy and
lactation?
A: The FDA has not yet set an official daily value for
DHA however the published papers from the 1999 NIH (National Institutes
of Health) Workshop in Bethesda advised that pregnant and lactating
women should attempt to consume at least 300mg DHA/day.
4. What is Oceans Mom Prenatal DHA?
A: Oceans Mom Prenatal DHA provides 350mg of DHA in
only one easy-to-swallow strawberry flavored softgel per day.
5. Where is the fish oil sourced and how is it
processed?
A: Garden of Life is committed to harvesting fish that
are abundant in the wild and never endangered. The process begins with
wild, fresh-caught fish (anchovies and sardines) sustainably harvested
from pristine waters; the fish oil is then carefully purified using our
proprietary PureMax technology, resulting in an ultra pure, high potency
fish oil with a fresh, clean taste, and no fishy repeat or lingering
aftertaste.
6. What is the PureMax process?
A: Oceans Mom utilizes PureMax technology, a
multiple-stage molecular distillation process, employing extensive
quality controls to produce ultra pure, DHA rich fish oil that sets the
new industry standard for purity and concentration. Molecular
Distillation by PureMax selectively enhances DHA while minimizing
impurities and is subject to less thermal energy hence less thermal
degradation in the product. Our fish oils are manufactured to GMP
standards and undergo third party testing.
7. Is the fish oil tested for heavy metals? Is it
free of mercury?
A: Oceans Mom fish oil is verified pure and fresh
through independent, third-party testing that exceeds strict
international standards for peroxides, mercury, lead, dioxins and PCBs.
8. What are Oceans Mom Prenatal DHA key benefits?
A: Oceans Mom offers the following DHA benefits for
baby:
- Pregnant and nursing mothers can give their babies
an early developmental advantage by increasing their consumption of
DHA†
- DHA has been shown to increase the learning and
cognitive function of children†
- Supports healthy brain and neural development†
- Promotes proper vision and ocular development†
- DHA taken after pregnancy enhances the quality of
breast milk†
DHA benefits for mom:
- Promotes positive mood & emotional well-being†
- Supports cardiovascular health†
9. What is the Suggested Use for Oceans Mom
Prenatal DHA?
A: Adults take 1 softgel daily. Best taken with food.
Advanced Usage: Adults may increase to 2 softgels daily. Not intended
for children. For optimal freshness, refrigerate after opening. Softgels
are enhanced with a light, natural strawberry flavor.
10. Is Oceans Mom Prenatal DHA Vegetarian?
A: No because it includes fish oils.
11. Is Oceans Mom Prenatal DHA Kosher?
A: Oceans Mom is not certified Kosher; however they do
not contain dairy, pork and shellfish ingredients.
12. Is Oceans Mom Prenatal DHA dairy and gluten
free?
A: Yes, Oceans Mom is both dairy and gluten free.
13. Does Oceans Mom Prenatal DHA contain soy
ingredients?
A: It contains natural tocopherols derived from soy.
14. What are the Oceans Mom Prenatal DHA softgels
made of?
A: The softgels are made of beef gelatin.
15. Does Oceans Mom include any fillers, artificial
colors, flavors or preservatives?
A: No, there are no fillers or artificial ingredients
in Oceans Mom.
16. Does Oceans Mom Prenatal DHA require
refrigeration?
A: While refrigeration is not required, it is highly
recommended that it be refrigerated after opening in order to preserve
freshness.
17. Are there any cautions or warnings for Oceans
Mom Prenatal DHA?
A: Caution: Your diet or health situation may benefit
from the advanced use of this product. Check with your healthcare
practitioner to determine your needs. As with any dietary supplement,
consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product,
especially if you use blood thinners, anticipate surgery or are under
medical supervision. Keep out of reach of children.
18. Can Oceans Mom Prenatal DHA be taken with other
Garden of Life products?
A: Yes, Oceans Mom is the perfect complement to
Vitamin Code RAW Prenatal.
19. Can I take Oceans Mom Prenatal DHA if I am not
pregnant?
A: Yes. Oceans Mom may be taken prior to conception
and during lactation. Additionally, anyone seeking a pure source of
concentrated DHA can benefit from using Oceans Mom.
20. What is the shelf life of Oceans Mom Prenatal
DHA?
A: The shelf life for is 2 years unopened; once opened
it is stable for 1 year if kept properly refrigerated, but is best if
consumed within 3 months.
21. What is the Suggested Retail Price of Oceans
Mom Prenatal DHA?
A: Oceans Mom is available in a 30ct amber glass
bottle, with a Suggested Retail Price of $17.95 (just 60 cents per day),
providing a 30-day supply.
22. What does the Women Heart logo mean on the
Oceans Mom carton?
A: For every Oceans Mom bottle sold, a donation will
be made to WomenHeart. WomenHeart champions prevention and early
detection, accurate diagnosis and proper treatment of women’s heart
disease.
†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food
and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose,
treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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