An adaptogenic role for omega-3 fatty acids in stress; a randomised placebo controlled double blind intervention study (pilot) [ISRCTN22569553]
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>There is evidence for an adaptive role of the omega -3 fatty acid, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) during stress. Mechanisms of action may involve regulation of stress mediators, such as the catecholamines and proinflammatory cytokines. P...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2004-11-01
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Series: | Nutrition Journal |
Online Access: | http://www.nutritionj.com/content/3/1/20 |