fatty acid
noun
1
: any of numerous saturated aliphatic monocarboxylic acids CnH2n+1COOH (such as acetic acid) including many that occur naturally usually in the form of esters in fats, waxes, and essential oils
2
: any of the saturated or unsaturated monocarboxylic acids (such as palmitic acid) usually with an even number of carbon atoms that occur naturally in the form of glycerides in fats and fatty oils
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Omega-3s Omega-3 essential fatty acids are anti-inflammatory — and are believed to help reduce neuroinflammation and heart disease risk (and what’s good for the heart is also good for the brain).
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Heather Sandison, Contributor, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2025
Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and other nutrients abundant in fish offer anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective benefits.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Mar. 2025
For example, piperine (found in black pepper) or fatty acids may be added to improve absorption.9
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Curcumin, as a single ingredient, is only available as a supplement.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 3 Mar. 2025
Omega-3 fatty acids, especially DHA and EPA, are integral for brain cells to remain healthy and function properly.
—Allison Herries, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2025
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Heather Sandison, Contributor, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2025
Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and other nutrients abundant in fish offer anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective benefits.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Mar. 2025
For example, piperine (found in black pepper) or fatty acids may be added to improve absorption.9
How Do Their Health Benefits Compare?
Curcumin, as a single ingredient, is only available as a supplement.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 3 Mar. 2025
Omega-3 fatty acids, especially DHA and EPA, are integral for brain cells to remain healthy and function properly.
—Allison Herries, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2025
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“Fatty acid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fatty%20acid. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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