Fatty acids and the inflammatory response Flashcards
1
Q
eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid can be produce in a limited amount from what
A
a-linolenic acid
2
Q
What foods have DHA and EPA
A
oily fish and fish oil
3
Q
Can a-linolenic acid be produced in the body
A
no
4
Q
What foods have a-linolenic acid
A
flax seed, canola oil, leafy greens, walnuts and soybeans
5
Q
Are DHA, EPA, and a-linolenic acid Omega3 or omega6
A
omega3
6
Q
which omega is antithrombotic and antinflammatory
A
omega3
7
Q
What foods have omega 6
A
most seeds, vegetable oils, and meats
8
Q
Why does eating foods high in omega 3 benefitial
A
because it results in a partial replacement of omega6 in cell membranes with omega 3
9
Q
why is the replacement of O6 with O3 beneficial
A
it reduces the amount arachidonic acid-derived inflammatory mediators
