What is DHA?
Fatty acids
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In short
DHA stands for docosahexaenoic acid and is a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid. It is a building block of cell membranes, especially in the brain and retina.
What does the body need it for?
DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function and normal vision.
Other names
Docosahexaensäure, Docosahexaenoic acid, Ácido docosahexaenoico, C22:6 n-3
Source
EU Regulation 432/2012; EFSA 2010
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