are one of the richest plant sources of alpha-linolenic acid, commonly abbreviated as ALA. ALA is an essential omega-3 fatty acid, meaning the body cannot produce it and must obtain it from food.
ALA contributes to normal nutrition and may support cardiovascular health when it replaces some saturated fat in the diet. Other sources include flaxseeds, walnuts, hemp seeds, soy foods, and certain plant oils.
ALA Is Not the Same as EPA and DHA
The body can convert a portion of ALA into eicosapentaenoic acid, or EPA, and then into
