How Do Short-Chain Fatty Acids Work? Your small and large intestines have a layer of cells that is called intestinal epithelium. When you eat more fiber, your body produces short-chain fatty acids to ...

Fatty acids are necessary for the normal functioning of all systems in the body. People can only get essential fatty acids from food sources, while it can create nonessential fatty acids. There are ...

What Are Omega-3 Fatty Acids? Omega-3 fatty acids (brand names: Dermapet, Eicosaderm, Welactin, and others) are a dietary supplement for long-term use in dogs and cats. They are also known as fish oil ...

Share on Pinterest Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may not be as anti-inflammatory as believed, a new study suggests. Maria Korneeva/Getty Images Unsaturated fats, such as those found in oily fish, ...

Rachael Link is a registered dietitian and health writer based in San Francisco. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Central Missouri and holds a master’s degree from New York ...