Which fatty acid is found exclusively in breast milk:: (A) Linoleic Acid, (B) Linolenic Acid, (C) Palmitic Acid, (D) Docosahexaenoic Acid
Answer is D. Ans. D. Docosahexaenoic AcidDocosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is synthesized from a-linolenic acid and can be directly obtained from fish oils. It is present in high concentration in retina, cerebral cortex, testis and sperm. DHA is needed for the development of brain and retina and is supplied via breast milk and placenta.