Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is the parent compound of the omega-3 fatty acid family. ALA is a precursor to the long-chain fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and is an essential fatty acid for humans because it cannot be synthesized from dietary precursors.
DHA stands for docosahexaenoic acid. It is a long-chain Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid that has been shown to have substantial health benefits to both mom and baby. It cannot be synthesized by human body itself but supplied by the food. It is also a key component of the heart. Numerous studies confirm that...
Gamma oryzanol is a mixture of substances derived from rice bran oil, including sterols and ferulic acid, called Cycloartanyl Ferulate or Triterpene alcohol ferulate. It has been approved in Japan for several conditions, including menopausal symptoms, mild anxiety, stomach upset, and high cholesterol. In the US, it...