Sound Bites With Melissa Joy Dobbins

EPA+DHA Research: Diabetes, Cognition, Depression and Anxiety Omega-3 fatty acids, specifically eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), are important nutrients that play crucial roles in supporting healthy hearts, brains, eyes, joints, inflammation, as well as mental health. They also play an important role in fetal brain and eye development and reducing the risk of early preterm birth. However, 95 percent of Americans – and 80 percent of people worldwide – are not getting enough of these vital nutrients. While it is possible to obtain EPA and DHA omega-3s through the diet from fatty fish, seafood and some fortified foods, dietary supplements may be helpful or necessary in some cases. Before starting any supplement regimen, it's crucial to consult with a healthcare professional, as individual needs can vary. Additionally, it’s worthwhile to choose high-quality supplements that undergo testing for purity and potency. Tune into this episode to learn about: ·       different types of omega-