Understanding the Precursor of DHA and EPA: From Plants to the Body
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Less than 10% of plant-based Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is efficiently converted to the more biologically active EPA and DHA forms in the human body, making understanding the precursor of DHA and EPA crucial for optimal intake. This conversion process is surprisingly inefficient, prompting many to seek direct marine sources of these essential fatty acids.
