There are lots of reasons to ensure an adequate supply of long chain Omega 3s DHA and EPA. [Some may need long chain Omega 6 too but much is not known and for most it is the Omega 3s that are likely to be the primary issue].
There are a lot of trials linking DHA to quality of brain function.
Does chemo or herceptin block production of DHA, change the fats balance or lead to higher usage. I have tried to find trials on a number of occasions and have not seen anything yet.
Seehttp://her2support.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=24410&highlight=greek+diet
For various information on Omega 3 and 6.
Please discuss dietary change with your doctor.
http://dhaomega3.org/index.php?categ...al-Functioning
Abstracts
The depletion of DHA levels to sub-optimal concentrations in the brain due to insufficient dietary intakes of omega-3 fatty acids has been found to result in cognitive deficits (impaired learning ability). DHA omega-3 deficiency is associated with both structural and functional abnormalities in the visual systems and the resulting visual deficits have been related in part to a decreased efficiency of key visual signaling pathways due to the deprivation of DHA. A sufficient supply and accumulation of DHA appears necessary for optimal neurotransmission to support cognitive function in the brain and optimal visual transduction and functioning.
http://www.lef.org/newshop/items/item00900.html
ABSTRACT
Memory and Learning
Spanish researchers explored the relationship of EPA and DHA, two omega-3 fatty acids to a special type of brain wave called p300, which is linked to memory and learning (1996). According to the researchers, the faster the rate of transmission of this brain wave, the more efficiently the brain is functioning. The rate declines with age, explain the researchers, and is slower in people with dementia. The scientists then used electrodes to determine the p300 rate of 26 healthy adults. Immediately after being tested, subjects were given supplements of either EPA or DHA. Two hours later, their brainwaves were measured, and researchers observed that the p300 rate was significantly faster in the group given the DHA supplements. These results appear to support the positive impact of DHA on cognitive function in adults.
Hybrid Mode
