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DHA may be obtained directly from fish consumption or can be converted in small amounts from [[EPA]]. | DHA may be obtained directly from fish consumption or can be converted in small amounts from [[EPA]]. | ||
DHA increases the fluidity of cell membranes. | |||
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Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is a polyunsaturated fatty acid found in fish oil. It is the most common Omega 3 in the brain and retain. It is a major structural component of grey matter.
DHA may be obtained directly from fish consumption or can be converted in small amounts from EPA.
DHA increases the fluidity of cell membranes.
