Background Over the last three decades, consumption of total and saturated fat has steadily
declined in Western diets as a proportion of calories intake. At the same time, omega (ω)-6 …

Given the evidence of the health benefits of plant-based diets and long-chain n–3 (ω-3) fatty
acids, there is keen interest in better understanding the role of α-linolenic acid (ALA), a plant …

In Japan, a super-aged society, deaths from atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
(ASCVD), especially cardiac diseases including coronary artery disease (CAD) such as …

Seeds from mustard (genera Brassica spp. and Sinapsis spp.), are known as a rich source of
glucosinolates and omega-3 fatty acids. These compounds are widely known for their health …

n-3 PUFA may exert favourable effects on several processes that may inhibit the
atherosclerotic process. However, the role of n-3 PUFA in lowering the risk of atherosclerotic …

Ischemic stroke is a major cause of death and morbidity worldwide. It has been suggested
that polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) may be associated with a lower risk ischemic …

Stroke leads to significant neuronal death and long-term neurological disability due to
synergistic pathogenic mechanisms. Stroke induces a change in eating habits and in many …

Proteins play crucial and diverse roles within the cell. To exert their biological function they
must fold to acquire an appropriate three-dimensional conformation. Once their function is …

Folic acid has an effect on the protecting against ischemic stroke. However, the protective
pharmacological mechanism remains unclear. The aim of this study is to explore the …

The omega-3 fatty acid (n-3 FA) eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) reduces stroke in patients with
atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Whether EPA affects stroke or cerebral small vessel …