What is 24 1n 9 fatty acid? An In-depth Look at Nervonic Acid
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Nervonic acid, also known as 24 1n 9 fatty acid, makes up a significant portion of the myelin sheath in the brain's white matter, accounting for up to 60% of its sphingomyelin fatty acids. This very long-chain monounsaturated fatty acid is critical for the biosynthesis and maintenance of nerve tissue and has been linked to potential cognitive benefits.
