Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)

Omega-3 Fatty Acid

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Affiliations

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.S. in Kinesiology

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.A. in Neuroscience

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)

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