Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)
Omega-3 Fatty Acid
Synthesis
ALA cannot be synthesized in humans, but rather is obtained through diet
Function
ALA is used to create other ω-3 fatty acids, including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
Citation
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