Studies link healthy brain aging to omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in the blood

(University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign) Two new studies link patterns of polyunsaturated fatty acids in the blood to the integrity of brain structures and cognitive abilities that are known to decline early in aging. The studies add to the evidence that dietary intake of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids can promote healthy aging, the researchers said. Further research is needed to test this hypothesis, they said.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news