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2. Omega-3 fatty acid - Wikipedia

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   An omega−3 fatty acid is a fatty acid with multiple double bonds, where the first double bond is between the third and fourth carbon atoms from the end of the carbon atom chain. "Short-chain" omega−3 fatty acids have a chain of 18 carbon atoms or less, while "long-chain" omega−3 fatty acids have a chain of 20 or more.

3. List of omega-3 fatty acids - Wikipedia

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   Omega−3 fatty acids are important for normal metabolism. [ 2 ] Mammals are unable to synthesize omega−3 fatty acids, but can obtain the shorter-chain omega−3 fatty acid ALA (18 carbons and 3 double bonds) through diet and use it to form the more important long-chain omega−3 fatty acids, EPA (20 carbons and 5 double bonds) and then from ...

4. Essential fatty acid - Wikipedia

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   Only two fatty acids are known to be essential for humans: alpha-linolenic acid (an omega−3 fatty acid) and linoleic acid (an omega−6 fatty acid). These are supplied to the body either as the free fatty acid, or more commonly as some glyceride derivative. [7] ALA can be converted into eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid, but the ...

5. The 40 Best Foods for Lowering Your Cholesterol, According to ...

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   Salmon. This fatty fish is one of nature’s best sources of omega-3s. A 2023 study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that consuming 2 grams of EPA and DHA—the two ...

6. Is salmon or tuna healthier? There’s 2 major nutritional ...

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   “Omega-3 fats are associated with boatload of benefits," says Susie. These include supporting heart health , brain health and eye health, as well as promoting healthy aging and preventing ...

7. These are 6 healthiest types of nuts, according to a dietitian

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   “(Walnuts) are an excellent plant source of omega-3 fats, which can promote healthy blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels,” says Anne Danahy, a Scottsdale-based registered ...

8. α-Linolenic acid - Wikipedia

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   α-Linolenic acid, also known as alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) (from Greek alpha meaning "first" and linon meaning flax), is an n −3, or omega-3, essential fatty acid. ALA is found in many seeds and oils, including flaxseed, walnuts, chia, hemp, and many common vegetable oils. In terms of its structure, it is named all - cis -9,12,15 ...

9. The Best Breakfast for Heart Health, According to a Cardiologist

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   Contains Omega-3 Fatty Acids “Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats that have anti-inflammatory properties and may improve heart health by reducing triglycerides,” says Mascha Davis, M.P.H ...