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