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Grade: | Food Grade B |
Function: | Nervous System |
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Nervonic acid (cis-15-tetracosenoic acid, C24:1 Δ15) is a fatty acid that's a key component of the myelin sheath and white matter of the human brain. It plays a vital role in brain development and maintenance, and some studies suggest that it can have beneficial effects on human health. Here are some of the effects of nervonic acid: |
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