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Article
in English
| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-153996
ABSTRACT
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an important component of the brain and is essential critical for optimal brain health and function. With revealing of its benefi cial effects on cognitive function, neurological, cardiovascular system and anti-infl ammatory benefi ts, DHA has recently gained huge attention. As a result, the market is stocked with products supplemented with DHA claiming various health benefi ts. This review attempts to elucidate the current fi ndings of DHA supplementation as a pharmacological agent with both preventive and therapeutic value.