TY - JOUR
T1 - Update on alpha-linolenic acid
AU - Stark, Aliza H.
AU - Crawford, Michael A.
AU - Reifen, Ram
PY - 2008/6
Y1 - 2008/6
N2 - Consumption of omega 3 fatty acids is known to have health benefits. For many years, the importance of the only member of the omega 3 family considered to be essential, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), has been overlooked. Current research indicates that ALA, along with its longer chain metabolites, may play an important role in many physiological functions. Potential benefits of ALA include cardioprotective effects, modulation of the inflammatory response, and a positive impact on both central nervous system function and behavior. Recommended levels for ALA intake have been set, yet the possible advantages of its consumption are just being revealed.
AB - Consumption of omega 3 fatty acids is known to have health benefits. For many years, the importance of the only member of the omega 3 family considered to be essential, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), has been overlooked. Current research indicates that ALA, along with its longer chain metabolites, may play an important role in many physiological functions. Potential benefits of ALA include cardioprotective effects, modulation of the inflammatory response, and a positive impact on both central nervous system function and behavior. Recommended levels for ALA intake have been set, yet the possible advantages of its consumption are just being revealed.
KW - Alpha linolenic acid
KW - Essential fatty acids
KW - Omega 3 fatty acids
UR - http://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?scp=44849127059&partnerID=8YFLogxK
U2 - 10.1111/j.1753-4887.2008.00040.x
DO - 10.1111/j.1753-4887.2008.00040.x
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C2 - 18522621
AN - SCOPUS:44849127059
SN - 0029-6643
VL - 66
SP - 326
EP - 332
JO - Nutrition Reviews
JF - Nutrition Reviews
IS - 6
ER -