Re: [cancercured] ALA CONVERTING INTO DHA

Hi, To convert ALA into DHA and EPA one needs wholesome amounts of Alpha-5 Desaturase and Elongase two enzymes manufactured mainly in the liver. As we age, the capacity of the liver (mostly due to overloading with toxins) diminishes. Some people by the time to become 50 years old have lost their ability to produce these complex enzymes, or whatever little they are still producing is being used by the body for more important tasks.
That is the reason why it is so advisable to take the EPA and DHA supplements.

Regards, Frank ND

From: virgie322001
ALA converting into DHA and EPA. is there any way we can make sure that is happening?I was reading that it is very likely that we don't have enough of the enzyme that does that'I find it all very confusing.While eating a lot of flax,(Budwig) I would like to be sure that my health is benefitting.An explanation would be reassuring.Thank you so much, Virginia D

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