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What is alpha-linolenic acid?
Alpha-linolenic acid is a type of essential fatty acid. (1)
EPA and DHA are better absorbed compared to ALA plant-based. (1)
The human body can convert ALA into small amounts of DHA and EPA. (1)
What contains alpha-linolenic acid?
plant oils (1)
walnuts (video at 4:45)
chia seeds
flax seeds
What is the RDA for alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)?
On average, men should consume 1.6 grams of ALA per day and women 1.1 grams (1)
Resources
1. https://www.webmd.com/diet/foods-high-in-omega-3
