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The effect of Omega-3 fatty acid– fish oil and seed oil–on the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease
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Abstract
Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFA) are known to reduce cognitive degeneration and potentially prevent Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Unfortunately, while preventive measures like dietary therapy exist, there are few approved clinical healing therapies for AD. This study aims to investigate the effects of seed oil and fish oil separately in preventing Alzheimer’s disease. We conducted a systematic literature search to find experimental trials based on animal models and human observational studies examining the relationship between Alzheimer’s disease and oil supplements rich in n-3 PUFA. The study uses meta-analysis, t-tests, and regression analysis to determine the significance of each type of oil in regulating Alzheimer’s disease’s development. The results suggest that seed oil may help prevent AD by slowing cognitive deterioration, whereas fish oil may not. Overall, omega-3 fatty acids may serve as potential dietary supplements for improving memory and preventing Alzheimer’s disease.
Keywords
Alzheimer’s disease, Omega-3 fatty acid, seed oil, fish oil, cognitive ability
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- Volume Title
- Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Modern Medicine and Global Health
- ISBN (Print)
- 978-1-83558-323-4
- ISBN (Online)
- 978-1-83558-324-1
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- 08 March 2024
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- Theoretical and Natural Science
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- 2753-8818
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- 2753-8826
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- 10.54254/2753-8818/33/20240534
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- 08 March 2024
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