Omega Fatty Acid

DHA (Brain Health)

Also known as: Docosahexaenoic acid

Evidence

Omega-3 fatty acid critical for brain structure and function. Most important omega-3 for brain.

Primary uses

Brain structure
Memory
Mood
Development

How it works

Major structural brain fat
Supports neuroplasticity
Anti-inflammatory

Dosage

Typical range: 500-2000 mg DHA daily
Timing: With fatty meal
With food: Yes
Duration: Essential lifelong
Special populations: Everyone, especially pregnancy/children

Forms

Fish oil (DHA-rich)
Algal DHA

Safety

Common side effects

Fishy burps
GI upset

Contraindications

Fish allergy (use algal)

Evidence notes

Essential for brain health

Grade A: Multiple well-designed human trials support the main claims.

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