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Omega-3 Fats in Fish Oil Can Protect Vision

A component of fish oil protects cells in the eyes from potentially lethal initial insults. A team of LSU Health New Orleans scientists discovered that the omega-3 fatty acid, DHA, and its derivatives "precondition" photoreceptor and retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cells to survive.

Omega-3 Fats in Fish Oil can Protect Vision - Fish oil contains omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids - These have potent anti-inflammatory and pro-resolving properties that protect from eye injuries

Omega-3 Fats in Fish Oil Protect Vision Cells from Future Damage

In response to pro-inflammation, molecules in fish oil precondition photoreceptor cells in the eye and protect them from damage. Read More

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