Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids status and cognitive function in young women

Background Research indicates that low omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid (n-3 PUFA) may be associated with decreased cognitive function. This study examined the association between n-3 PUFA status and cognitive function in young Australian women. Methods This was a secondary outcome analysis of a cross-sectional study that recruited 300 healthy women (18–35 y) of normal weight (NW: BMI 18.5–24.9 kg/m 2 ) or obese weight (OB: BMI ≥30.0 kg/m 2 )....