Question

Alma is interested in boosting her intake of eicosapentaenoic acid (epa) and docosahexaenoic acid (dha), two fatty acids that may be important for cancer prevention, brain health, cardiovascular disease prevention, and immune function. which food is the highest source of epa and dha?

Answer 1

The correct answer would be - seafood and fishes.

Explanation:

EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are the type of omega -3 which is a fatty acid that is great for health in improving good cholesterol, cardiac health, fight against inflammation and many other benefits.

The highest source of the EPA and DHA are seafood such as salmon Mackerel, Salmon, Herring, Cod Liver Oil, Caviar, Oysters, Sardines, Anchovies, and others.

Thus, the correct answer is - seafood and fishes.

Answer 2

Fish and seafood or marine sources are the highest food source of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Among the marine sources, fish such as salmon, herring, mackerel and anchovy have the highest content of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).

-DHA/EPA OMEGA-3 INSTITUTE