ω-3 Fatty Acids and Cardiovascular Diseases: Effects, Mechanisms and Dietary Relevance
ω-3 fatty acids (n-3 FA) have, since the 1970s, been associated with beneficial health effects. They are, however, prone to lipid peroxidation due to their many double bonds. Lipid peroxidation is a process that may lead to increased oxidative stress, a condition associated with adverse health effe...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2015-09-01
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| Series: | International Journal of Molecular Sciences |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/16/9/22636 |