This chapter reviews the background, chemistry and specific efficacy of fish oils, specifically ω-3 fatty acids in the treatment and prevention of disease. Epidemiologic evidence appears strong showing its protective effects, although clinical trials with definitive data are still deficient. The mechanism by which ω-3 fatty acids may work on the nervous system and its anti-inflammatory effects are presented. Efforts should be made to ensure dietary intakes should provide sufficient amounts of these essential fatty acids through moderate intake of cold water fatty fish. © 2008 Humana Press Inc.
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Dobs, A. S., & Edelstein, D. (2008). Evaluating the biological activity and effects on human health of fish oil and its omega-3 fatty acids. In Wild-Type Food in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention: The Columbus Concept (pp. 195–214). Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59745-330-1_15
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