Michael Crawford

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Last reviewed: Apr 27, 2026·First indexed: Apr 27, 2026

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Anchors the case for long-chain omega-3 (DHA) as essential brain nutrients, grounded in lipid biochemistry and maternal-child cognition cohorts; the broader evolutionary thesis is contested.

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Human)

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95-Year-Old Scientist Reveals the Nutrient Behind Human Brain Evolution

The form of omega-3 matters more than the total. Long-chain DHA from fish builds brain tissue; ALA from plants converts in small amounts for most adults, with individual variation. Maternal seafood intake in pregnancy is linked to better cognitive scores in children years later.

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