DHA is commonly used for high cholesterol levels or other fats (lipids) in the blood (hyperlipidemia).
Description
Overview
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is an omega-3 fatty acid. It’s found in the meat of cold-water fish, including mackerel, herring, tuna, halibut, salmon, cod liver, whale blubber, and seal blubber. Algae can also make it.
Benefits
1. Boosts memory and thinking skills
2. Aids infant and child development
3. Improves certain eye disorders
4. Improves blood circulation and lowers blood pressure
Some application
DHA can be consumed either as a supplement or in foods. Dietary sources of DHA include fatty fish, nuts and seeds, plant oils, etc