DHA

Basics

DHA(Docosahexaenoic acid) is a highly unsaturated fatty acid that is greatly concentrated in rod photoreceptor cells.
This omega-3 fatty acid is a major structural component of brain, nerve and retinal membranes.

Benefits

It is essential for the growth and functional development of the brain in infants.
repuired for maintenance of normal brain function in adults.

Sources

fatty fish(salmon, tuna, mackerel), and mother's milk.

Deficiency

ADHD(attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). unipolay depression, heat disease.