Key Benefits of Omega-3

Sound Body, Sound Mind

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Foetal Brain Development and beyond

here is broad consensus that brain structure and function is affected by the dietary supply of Omega-3 (as found in fish and fish oil supplements) particularly in children.

DHA is an important constituent of the human brain making up about 20% of its dry weight. Foetal brain, eye and neural development all require substantial amounts of DHA. EPA also helps the body manufacture important substances called eicosanoids. These seem to have controlling effects on hormones and the immune system, both of which are known to affect brain function.