The role of essential fatty acids in the control of coronary heart disease

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Evidence from various research paradigms supports the cardiovascular benefits of a high intake of n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), especially the long-chain, marine-derived n-3 PUFA, eicosapentaenoic acids and docosahexaenoic acids. The effect of the plant-derived alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is, however, not clear. Concerns about a high n-6 PUFA intake has been raised, because n-6 PUFA may weaken the effects of n-3 PUFA.
OriginalsprogEngelsk
TidsskriftCurrent Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care
Vol/bind15
Udgave nummer6
Sider (fra-til)592-596
Antal sider5
ISSN1363-1950
DOI
StatusUdgivet - nov. 2012

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IHE 2012 053

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