Overview of Flaxseed Oil (ALA) vs. Fish Oil (EPA/DHA) Omega-3 in Multiple Sclerosis Management

The Overcoming MS Program favours flaxseed oil omega-3 (ALA) over fish oil omega-3 (EPA, DHA) for MS protection and management of symptoms.  Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune condition affecting the central nervous system, where inflammation and demyelination lead to symptoms like fatigue, disability progression, and relapses. Omega-3 fatty acids, including alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) from plant sources like flaxseed oil and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)/docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) from fish oil, have been studied for their potential anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects in MS. While both types show some associations with improved outcomes, evidence from large observational studies suggests plant-based ALA  in flaxseed oil may offer stronger benefits in reducing relapse rates, improving quality of life (QoL), and lowering MS risk or progression compared to Continue reading Overcoming MS: Plant Based Omega-3 (ALA) vs. Fish Oil →