Interactions of omega-3 fatty acids with other micronutrients (vital substances): Alpha-linolenic acid and linoleic acid Alpha-linolenic acid and linoleic acid compete for the same enzymes in the synthesis of other biologically important polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as arachidonic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). For this reason, a high administration of linoleic acid … Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Interactions
Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) is a long-chain (≥ 12 carbon (C) atoms), polyunsaturated (> 1 double bond) fatty acid (Engl. PUFAs, polyunsaturated fatty acids), which belongs to the group of omega-6 fatty acids (n-6-FS, first double bond is located at the sixth C-C bond as seen from the methyl (CH3) end of the fatty acid chain) … Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA): Definition, Synthesis, Absorption, Transport, and Distribution
The physiological effects of gamma-linolenic acid are based on its function as a precursor of eicosanoids and on its property as a component of cell membranes. Precursors of eicosanoids – immunomodulation Gamma-linolenic acid is the initial substrate for dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid. From the latter, under the influence of the enzyme cyclooxygenase, the prostaglandins of series 1 … Gamma-linolenic Acid (GLA): Functions
Recommendation of the German Nutrition Society (DGE). Intake recommendations of the German Nutrition Society are not yet available for gamma-linolenic acid. Gamma-linolenic acid content – expressed in g – per 100 g of foodstuff Hemp seed oil 3,00 Evening primrose oil 10,00 Black currant seed oil 15-20 Borage seed oil 20,70 Note: Foods in bold … Gamma-linolenic Acid (GLA): Food Products
Fatty acids are components of fats and oils. Based on their saturation, three groups of fatty acids are distinguished: Saturated fatty acids (SAFA, SFA = Saturated Fatty Acids). Monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA = Mono Unsaturated Fatty Acids). Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA = Poly Unsaturated Fatty Acids). The essential fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids They … Fatty Acids: Function, Metabolism, Benefits
Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids. The group of omega-3 fatty acids includes: Alpha-linolenic acid – (ALA) – C18:3, of plant origin – vegetable oils and green leafy vegetables. Eicosapentaenoic acid – (EPA) – C20:5, oil of oily marine fish and cold water mammals. Docosahexaenoic acid – (DHA) – C22:6, oil of fatty marine … Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Function, Metabolism, Benefits
Recommendation of the German Nutrition Society (DGE): women and men of any age, as well as pregnant and breastfeeding women: 0.5 [in % of daily energy] The most important omega-3 fatty acids are: Alpha-linolenic acid Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) Recommendation of the German Society for Nutrition (DGE). α-Linolenic acid should make up 0.5% … Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Food
The U.S. Food and Nutrition Board has set the upper limit for EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) from dietary supplements at 3 g per day. Individuals who have an increased tendency to bleed, such as from medications, should exercise greater caution. The risk group of sensitive individuals with an increased tendency to bleed … Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Safety Assessment
No binding D-A-CH or RDA reference values for an intake of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) or docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are yet available from either the German Nutrition Society (DGE) or the European Union (EU). The daily requirement of healthy adults for DHA and EPA is assumed by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) to be 250 … Omega-3 Fatty Acids (EPA, DHA): Intake
Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is a long-chain (≥ 12 carbon (C) atoms), polyunsaturated (> 1 double bond) fatty acid (English : PUFAs, polyunsaturated fatty acids) belonging to the group of omega-3 fatty acids (n-3 FS, first double bond is present – as seen from the methyl (CH3) end of the fatty acid chain – at the … Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA): Definition, Synthesis, Absorption, Transport, and Distribution
The protective effects of omega-3 fatty acids relate specifically to the following risk factors [3, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 30]: Hypertriglyceridemia Hypercholesterolemia Serum fibrinogen level Arterial hypertension Increased blood clotting tendency Myocardial infarction (heart attack) Apoplexy (stroke) Circulatory or cardiac arrhythmias Coronary artery disease (CAD) From … Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA): Functions
Recommendation of the German Nutrition Society (DGE). No binding D-A-CH or RDA reference values for an intake of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) or docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are yet available from either the German Nutrition Society (DGE) or the European Union (EU). The daily requirement of healthy adults for DHA and EPA is assumed by the European … Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA): Food Products
