Overview Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is an 18-carbon, plant-derived omega-3 fatty acid (18:3n-3) and the only truly essential omega-3—meaning humans cannot synthesize it and must obtain it from diet. It is abundant in flaxseed, chia seeds, walnuts, hemp seeds, and canola oil. ALA is a metabolic…
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- Dose, form, and timing
- What to expect, and how soon
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- The verdict
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