Alan Richman, Contributing Writer11.03.14
With more than 22,000 peer-reviewed scientific papers already published and at least a few dozen more being created at any given moment, the role of essential fatty acids (EFAs) in lifelong human nutrition is so firmly established that only dedicated naysayers would consider debating their value. True, one research effort in 2013 resulted in some scary headlines about omega-3s and prostate cancer (see sidebar below). However, while the result was a dip in U.S. sales volume in 2013—following years of double-digit growth for the category—many scientists have challenged the methodology used in that study.
The vast majority of available evidence supports EFAs—specifically omega-3s, which cannot be manufactured by the body but must be obtained from foods or supplements—as being good for, if not critical to, maintenance of the cardiovascular system, bones and joints, cognitive health, optimal vision and more.
“Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is generally used in heart health and joint health products and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), having more top of mind awareness, in mental acuity and child brain development,” said Sam Wrigh
The vast majority of available evidence supports EFAs—specifically omega-3s, which cannot be manufactured by the body but must be obtained from foods or supplements—as being good for, if not critical to, maintenance of the cardiovascular system, bones and joints, cognitive health, optimal vision and more.
“Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is generally used in heart health and joint health products and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), having more top of mind awareness, in mental acuity and child brain development,” said Sam Wrigh
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