Why Is the Intake of Fatty Acids So Important for Preterm

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Multiple Choice

Why is the intake of fatty acids so important for preterm infants who are fed formulas?

• A) Formulas enriched with oleic acid led to reduced atherogenic plaque by age 5 years compared with standard formulas.
• B) Formulas enriched with omega-3 fatty acids led to increased brain cell number compared with standard formulas.
• C) Formulas enriched with docosahexaenoic acid and arachidonic acid resulted in improved visual acuity compared with standard formulas.
• D) Formulas enriched with equal amounts of omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 fatty acids led to a lower prevalence of obesity after2 years compared with standard formulas.

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