A study suggests that people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) who consume omega-3 fatty acids from sources like flaxseed oil and walnuts may experience a slower physical decline and potentially longer survival. However, the study only shows an association and not causation. ALS is a rare neurodegenerative disease that leads to muscle loss and paralysis. The research involved 449 ALS patients and found that higher levels of alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid, were beneficial. Higher levels of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and linoleic acid, both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids respectively, were associated with a lower risk of death. Limitations of the study include the lack of data on overall diet and other factors affecting ALS survival. Further research is needed.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Slow Neurodegenerative Disease ALS
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