Frequently Asked Questions How does Omega-3 improve the immune system and correct atopy?
• Diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as alpha-linolenic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) or docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) competitively inhibit the conversion of arachidonic acid to prostaglandins by replacing the arachidonic acid with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in the cell membranes. • Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid supplementation from the diet may reduce Omega-6 derived allergic inflammation and inflammation-perpetuated sensitization to multiple allergens, and may be beneficial in the prevention of allergy. • Arachidonic acid-derived eicosanoids alter the balance of T-helper cells type 1 and 2, favoring the production of immunoglobulin (Ig) E. • Atopic disease is characterized by the increased production of interleukin-4 and a reduction in interferon-gamma, resulting in production of IgE. • Arachidonic acid can be converted to prostaglandin E2, which is proinflammatory, resulting in a reduction in interferon-gamma production without affecting the production of interle
