Protective Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Cancer-Related Complications

Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are considered immunonutrients and are commonly used in the nutritional therapy of cancer patients due to their ample biological effects. Omega-3 PUFAs play essential roles in cell signaling and in the cell structure and fluidity of membranes. They partici...

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Main Authors: Raquel D. S. Freitas, Maria M. Campos
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-04-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/11/5/945