The Risk-Benefit Equation Potential benefits: Faster healing (unproven in humans) Known risks: Immune reactions Impurities and contamination Unknown side effects Legal consequences (athletes) Cancer promotion (theoretical) Wasting money on snake oil Verdict: Risk outweighs unproven benefit
By consuming the recommended amounts of the essential fatty acids, linoleic acid (omega-6 PUFA) and -linolenic acid (omega-3 PUFA) ( Table 2 ), pregnant individuals will meet their needs for other fatty acids, such as arachidonic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
This table gives a quick snapshot of approach, actives, and fit
Beyond its role as a shield, it also acts as a recruiter for other nutrients
Biochem J 376: 807812 Bass R, Ruddock LW, Klappa P, Freedman RB (2004) A major fraction of endoplasmic reticulumlocated glutathione is present as mixed disulfides with protein
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