Neurology and Psychiatry

  Omega-3 fatty acids in Brain Function and Development

Fatty acids are among the most crucial molecules that determine your brain's integrity and ability to perform. Essential fatty acids, such as omega-3 fatty acids are required for maintenance of optimal health. Fatty acids cannot be synthesized by the body, they must be obtained from dietary sources. Dietary sources of omega-3 fatty acids include fish oil and certain plant or nut oils. Fish oil contains both docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), while some nuts and vegetable oils contain alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a precursor of DHA. read more..

  Omega-3 fatty acids for mental health

Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids. The importance of these essential fatty acids for physical health is now well recognized. Omega-3 fatty acids are required for maintenance of optimal health but they cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained from dietary sources. There is also increasing evidence that omega-3 fatty acids also have a crucial role in the management of psychiatric disorders. read more..

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