The omega-3 (n-3) long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFA), eicosapentaenoic
(EPA, 20: 5n-3) and docosahexaenoic (DHA, 22: 6n-3) acids, are well accepted as being …

A typical feature of marine foods is that they are rich in docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and
eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), which have formed a large-scale global industry. DHA/EPA …

The importance of metabolic syndrome (MetS) lies in its associated risk of cardiovascular
disease and type 2 diabetes, as well as other harmful conditions such as nonalcoholic fatty …

The endothelium acts as the barrier that prevents circulating lipids such as lipoproteins and
fatty acids into the arterial wall; it also regulates normal functioning in the circulatory system …

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 in 5 women of reproductive age, and is
characterized by menstrual irregularities, clinical or biochemical hyperandrogenism, and the …

Several studies provide evidence supporting a beneficial effect from the traditional
Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) on the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and metabolic …

Fatty acids are involved in several metabolic processes, including the development of
metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. In recent years a disease that has received …

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a heterogenous disorder characterized by chronic
ovulation dysfunction and hyperandrogenism. It is considered the most common …

Abstract α-Linolenic acid (ALA), a carboxylic acid with 18 carbons and three cis double
bonds, is an essential fatty acid needed for human health and can be acquired via regular …

In this review, we focus on lifestyle changes, especially dietary habits, that are at the basis of
chronic systemic low grade inflammation, insulin resistance and Western diseases. Our …