Biology
DHA and Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Quick fact
DHA is the most abundant omega-3 fatty acid in the human brain, making up about 97% of the omega-3 fats in the brain and up to 25% of the brain's total fat content.
Why this is interesting
You've probably heard that fish is 'brain food,' but have you ever wondered why? It's largely because of one molecule, DHA, that is essential for your brain to work. What makes this fat so special that your body can't produce enough of it?