The surprising role of omega-3 fatty acids in keeping the blood-brain barrier closed

Public Release: 4-May-2017
Unlocking the barrier
Study reveals the surprising role of omega-3 fatty acids in keeping the blood-brain barrier closed
Harvard Medical School

Already extolled for their health benefits as a food compound, omega-3 fatty acids now appear to also play a critical role in preserving the integrity of the blood-brain barrier, which protects the central nervous system from blood-borne bacteria, toxins and other pathogens, according to new research from Harvard Medical School.

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