Category Archives: Alpha Linolenic Acid

Essential Fatty Acid Metabolism: The Effects of Ageing

Posted on February 15, 2024 by Robert Barrington

In human nutrition, the two essential fatty acids are alpha linolenic acid (ALA, C18:3 (n-3)) and linoleic acid (LA, C18:2 (n-6)). These two fatty acids are essential to the health and without them death is inevitable. For the body to … Continue reading →

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Food  Sources of Alpha-Linolenic Acid 

Posted on February 14, 2024 by Robert Barrington

Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA, C18:3 (n-3)) is one of the two essential fatty acids required for human health. An absence of adequate ALA in the diet is fatal and an imbalance of ALA with the other essential fatty acid linoleic acid … Continue reading →

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Brain Food: The Basics

Posted on June 2, 2023 by Robert Barrington

There are many supplements touted as being beneficial for the brain. However, while many of these many have good research supporting their use, many forget the basics when it comes to feeding the brain. The primary fuel used by the … Continue reading →

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Walnut For Essential Fats

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Walnuts are a rich source of the essential fatty acid alpha linoleic acid (ALA, C18:3 (n-3)), as well as other nutrients including tocopherols (vitamin E), fibres, arginine, vitamin B6, magnesium and zinc. The alpha linoleic acid content of walnuts is … Continue reading →

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The Alpha Linolenic Acid Content of Green Leafy Vegetables

Posted on December 31, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Green leafy vegetables are high in nutrients and low in total energy, which makes them a healthy food choice. Some of the main phytochemicals present in leafy green vegetables include vitamin C, folate, carotenoids and omega-3 fatty acids. The omega-3 … Continue reading →

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Essential Fatty Acids and The Brain

Posted on May 12, 2021 by Robert Barrington

In human nutrition there are two essential fatty acids, linoleic acid (LA; C18:2, n-6), and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA; C18:3 n-3). These fatty acids are essential because without them the cells cannot function, and inevitably a deficiency causes disease followed by … Continue reading →

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Walnuts as a Source of Alpha Linolenic Acid

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Robert Barrington
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Fats for Brain Health

Posted on June 14, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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Omega-3 Fatty Acid Deficiency: Mood Disorders

Posted on September 5, 2019 by Robert Barrington

The omega-3 fatty acid alpha linolenic acid (ALA, C18:3 (n-3)) is an essential fatty acid required by human for health. Alpha linolenic acid is metabolised to a number of hormone like substances called eicosanoids, and these have a wide range … Continue reading →

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Alpha Linolenic Acid Is Neuroprotective

Posted on January 15, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Alpha linolenic acid (ALA, C18:3 (n-3)) is a long chain fatty acid synthesised by plants. It is polyunsaturated fatty acid and contains three double bonds. Alpha linolenic acid is present in small amounts in most plants, and green leafy vegetables … Continue reading →

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