Omega‑3 fatty acids are a group of essential polyunsaturated fats that play an important role in maintaining human health. Since the human body cannot produce sufficient amounts of these compounds, they must be obtained through diet or supplements.
The three main members of the omega‑3 family are alpha‑linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). ALA is mainly found in plant sources such as flaxseed and walnuts, while EPA and DHA are primarily found in fatty fish and marine algae.
