A new study suggests elevated omega-3s, especially DHA, makes for stronger and healthier bones. The short-chain fatty acids known as DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) have been very popular among health and fitness experts for the past few decades. These two fatty acids are found most commonly in omega-3 supplements and have been associated with health benefits ranging from a decreased risk for cardiovascular health to help for those with behavior and/or mood conditions.
Now, researchers from Purdue University, Indiana University School of Medicine, Korea Maritime University, and the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) would like to add to the list of omega-3 benefits: bone health. In particular, the scientists were more interested in DHA, saying that it “appear[ed] to be a vital constituent of marrow.” However, the researchers were not able to support these same claims for EPA.
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