Consuming omega-3 fatty acids—particularly alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a nutrient found in foods including flaxseeds, walnuts, and chia, canola and soybean oils—may help slow the progression ...

Omega-3 fatty acids, essential for brain, heart, and joint health, are best absorbed when taken with food containing fats.

While salmon is a well-known source of omega-3s, other foods like chia seeds, flaxseeds, and walnuts actually offer higher ...

The MIND diet, rich in brain-friendly foods, may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Leafy greens, eggs and salmon may ...

Researchers found that higher levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) in human milk are associated with longer sleep ...

The omega-3 fatty acids that are of particular interest for cardiovascular care include EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), which are found predominantly in fish and fish oils.

Red blood cell omega-3 fatty acids and attention scores in healthy adolescents. European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 2022; DOI: 10.1007/s00787-022-02064-w ...

While omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish and flaxseeds) have anti-inflammatory properties, omega-6s can contribute to chronic inflammation —a known factor in cancer development.

Researchers found an omega-3 fatty acid called alpha-linolenic acid was the most beneficial. This acid is found in many seeds and oils, including flaxseed, walnuts, chia, hemp, and many common ...