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 > Eating too much fish oil bears the danger of AA depletion and immune
 > suppression.
 > Too much EPA downregulates the immune system (shortens the life-span of
 > test animals therefore).
 > Too much DHA ad EPA (above 12% of calories) depletes the brain from AA
 > (with severe consequences).

what does AA stand for?

My wife is pregnant and NOT paleo.  Pizza, Mexican and Italian food are her
preferences.  I have her supplement with DHA 500mg, EPA 200mg daily. Optimize
our child's brain development since I do not think she gets enough in her
diet. Do you think this is a mistake?

Alex