Anti-inflammatory and
Antiplatelet Effects:
Since atherosclerosis has been
identified as an inflammatory
disorder, there has been much
interest in the effect of n-3 fatty
acids on inflammation. Dietary
supplementation with ALA
significantly decreased
inflammatory markers in a study
in middle aged men.
Hypotensive Effects:
Although ALA is a precursor of
EPA and DHA, it may have independent
effects on blood pressure
and blood lipids.