DHA
Type: molecule Aliases: docosahexaenoic acidomega-3 DHADHA supplementationDHA levels
- Systems Analogy A specialized lubricant and insulation coating for neural transmission lines that keeps electrical signals moving cleanly.
- Formal Definition Docosahexaenoic acid; a long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid essential for brain structure, synaptic transmission, and blood-brain barrier integrity.
Mentioned In
- Biological CircuitsCerebrovascular DHA Peroxidation & Membrane Stability, DHA Target Engagement & Cognition in Dementia Risk
- Conceptblood-brain barrier
- Moleculeomega-3 fatty acids
- ProteinAPOE4
Scientific Sources & Literature Citations
- [1] Empirical Study Yassine HN, et al. CNS target engagement of high-dose DHA supplementation in older adults at risk for dementia. eBioMedicine. 2026;106:106316. ↗
"DHA is the most abundant omega-3 fatty acid in the brain and is essential for synaptic function and cognitive health."