mechanistic
Analysis v1
Eating foods with a type of omega-3 called ALA (like flaxseeds or walnuts) won’t give your body enough of the important omega-3 called DHA—even if you take big supplements of ALA or another omega-3 called EPA.
Evidence from Studies
Supporting (1)
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The study says your body can't make enough of the important brain fat (DHA) from plant-based omega-3s like flaxseed — you need to eat it directly from fish or supplements.
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No contradicting evidence found
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