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2. Docosahexaenoic acid - Wikipedia

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   Infobox references. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an omega−3 fatty acid that is an important component of the human brain, cerebral cortex, skin, and retina. It is given the fatty acid notation 22:6 (n−3). [1] It can be synthesized from alpha-linolenic acid or obtained directly from maternal milk (breast milk), fatty fish, fish oil, or ...

3. 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.

4. This is the healthiest seafood, according to experts - AOL

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   That's why it's often recommended as part of a healthy eating plan. ... One 3-ounce serving boasts more than 1,500 mg of omega-3 DHA and EPA combined, making it a top source of omega-3s," says ...

5. The Top 5 Nutrients to Help Relieve Menstrual Cramps ... - AOL

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   “Omega-3 fatty acids are widely recognized for their anti-inflammatory effects, but research has also shown that supplementing with as little as 300 milligrams of combined EPA and DHA daily may ...

6. Reference Daily Intake - Wikipedia

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   The recommended adequate intake of sodium is 1,500 milligrams (3.9 g salt) per day, and people over 50 need even less." [13] The Daily Value for potassium, 4,700 mg per day, was based on a study of men who were given 14.6 g of sodium chloride per day and treated with potassium supplements until the frequency of salt sensitivity was reduced to 20%.

7. Fatty acid ratio in food - Wikipedia

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   Fatty acid ratio in food. Proportion of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids in a diet. Only two essential 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). [1] The biological effects of the ω-3 and ω-6 fatty acids are mediated by their mutual interactions.