Expectant mothers are being warned that taking omega-3 supplements without proper testing could put their pregnancy at risk, according to Australian health experts.

The warning comes as researchers reveal that unless women have been diagnosed with an omega-3 deficiency, supplementation could actually increase the likelihood of preterm birth.

Amy Christie, who is 36 weeks pregnant with her first child, discovered she was among the 17 per cent of expectant mothers with an omega-3 deficiency after being tested by her GP.

“I’m really looking forward to meeting my baby. It’s actually kicking right now for us,” Christie said.

“In the beginning, she visited her GP. They offered me all these tests and I just said yes to all of them.”

The deficiency has been linked to an increased risk of pret

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