DHA
fatty acid
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Overview
Omega-3 fatty acid, the main omega-3 in the brain. DHA contributes to maintenance of normal brain function. DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
Research status
Primary structural omega-3 in brain and retina.
Top 5 food sources
Expert opinions
Dr. Peter Attia
Attia writes that he targets a red-blood-cell EPA + DHA level (omega-3 index) of at least 8 % in his patients, ideally above 10 %. This is a blood-level target, not a daily dose.
Source: Peter Attia on X (@PeterAttiaMD) · as of 2021-04-24
Bryan Johnson Blueprint
Johnson takes approximately 1.2 g DHA within a total 2 to 3 g omega-3 daily. DHA contributes to maintenance of normal brain function. DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision. Paired with EPA and with phosphatidylcholine/choline for membrane synthesis. Omega-3 index and DHA-specific RBC fatty-acid panels are tracked to confirm incorporation.
Recommended dose: 500+ mg DHA
Source: Blueprint Protocol
Dr. Rhonda Patrick
Patrick recommends 1 to 2 g DHA daily and uses the omega-3 index as the actionable biomarker, targeting ≥8 %. She notes that phospholipid-form DHA (krill, roe) may cross the blood-brain barrier more efficiently than the triglyceride form in APOE4 carriers.
Recommended dose: 500+ mg DHA
Source: FoundMyFitness
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