α-Linolenic acid

α-Linolenic acid

CAT N°: 90210
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α-Linolenic acid (ALA) is an essential ω-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid found in plants.{42925} In vivo, it is converted to the longer-chain fatty acids eicosapentaenoic (Item Nos. 90110
90110.1
21908), docosapentaenoic (Item Nos. 90165
21907), and docosahexaenoic acid (Item No. 90310).{42926} It is also catabolized via fatty acid β-oxidation for energy or the synthesis of saturated and monounsaturated fatty acids, or stored in adipose tissue. Dietary consumption of α-linolenic acid-containing foods is positively associated with a moderately lower risk of cardiovascular disease.{42925}

Territorial Availability: Available through Bertin Technologies only in France

  • Synonyms
    • 9Z,12Z,15Z-octadecatrienoic acid
  • Correlated keywords
    • FA PUFAs omega-3 .omega.-3 polyunsaturated w-3 alpha-linolenic .alpha.-linolenic C 18 3 18:3 ?3
  • Product Overview:
    α-Linolenic acid (ALA) is an essential ω-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid found in plants.{42925} In vivo, it is converted to the longer-chain fatty acids eicosapentaenoic (Item Nos. 90110 90110.1 21908), docosapentaenoic (Item Nos. 90165 21907), and docosahexaenoic acid (Item No. 90310).{42926} It is also catabolized via fatty acid β-oxidation for energy or the synthesis of saturated and monounsaturated fatty acids, or stored in adipose tissue. Dietary consumption of α-linolenic acid-containing foods is positively associated with a moderately lower risk of cardiovascular disease.{42925}

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