Eating fish and other foods high in omega-3 fatty acids is
associated with reduced risk of the eye disease age-related macular
degeneration (AMD), according to a meta-analysis of nine previously
published studies.
Omega-3 fatty acids are long-chain, polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA)
and are mainly found in plants and sea organisms. Human body is not
capable of synthezing these fatty acids. Omega 3 fatty acids include
DHA and EPA. Below is a list of 300 food items and their omega 3 fatty acid EPAcontent
(ordered high to low).
Omega-3 fatty acids are long-chain, polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA)
and are mainly found in plants and sea organisms. Human body is not
capable of synthezing these fatty acids. Omega 3 fatty acids include DHA and EPA. Below is a list of 300 food items and their DHA content (ordered high to low).
Omega-3 fatty acids play a critical role in the development and
function of the central nervous system. Emerging research is
establishing an association between omega-3 fatty acids
(alpha-linolenic, eicosapentaenoic (EPA), docosahexaenoic (DHA)) and major
depressive disorder.
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Fatty Acids 
