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ALA intake reduces the incidence of coronary heart disease (CHD).

Practitioners may consider recommending ALA-rich foods for reducing CHD risk.

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most prospective observational studies suggest that ALA intake reduces the incidence of CHD.
Dariush Mozaffarian · PubMed · 2005

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Based on prospective observational studies mentioned in the abstract.

Source

Does alpha-linolenic acid intake reduce the risk of coronary heart disease? A review of the evidence.

Dariush Mozaffarian · PubMed · 2005

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