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“Early nutritional shortfalls are associated with impaired neurological development and growth. Findings from a new study indicate that blood levels of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a type of omega-3 fatty acid, predict how well children concentrate and learn.”

“EPA supplementation reduced multiple markers of vascular inflammation; however, neither treatment improved markers of atherosclerosis. The authors concluded the high-dose omega-3 supplementation can reduce vascular inflammation at early and late stages of cardiovascular disease.”

“Findings from a 2016 study showed that docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a type of polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA), increased hypothalamic neurogenesis in mice. DHA is an omega-3 fatty acid found in the human brain and the meat of fatty fish.”

“From the publication: > Our finding that supplementation of omega-3 fatty acids normalizes the protein levels of BDNF after TBI suggests that BDNF mediates the beneficial effects of omega-3 fatty acids on cognitive function. [...]”

“The various anti-inflammatory agents included omega-3 fatty acids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and plant-based compounds. The researchers included only trials with at least 20 participants.”

“In a pooled analysis of 14 trials, supplementation averaging about two grams per day raised the mean Omega-3 Index from 4.9% to 8.1%, although individual responses varied with baseline status, dose, and formulation.”

“The increase in daily omega-3 intake was also linked to a 13% lower all-cause mortality. This reduced risk mostly applied to food sources (fish) and, to a lesser degree, supplements.”

“Higher blood levels of 32 nutrients including omega-3, vitamin D, vitamin B, lycopene and more was associated with enhanced performance on specific cognitive tests and functional brain network efficiency in older adults.”

“Omega-3 fatty acids have a long list of health benefits, including lowering the risk of heart disease and reducing triglyceride levels. These nutritional compounds are also known to have anti-depressant and anti-inflammatory properties.”

“The human brain needs an adequate intake of key nutrients, such as polyunsaturated fatty acids Omega-3, essential amino acids, B-group vitamins (B12 and folate), vitamin D and minerals like zinc, magnesium and iron.”