A 1. The sources are different
There are two main sources of DHA: marine fish and seaweed.
EPA is mainly derived from marine animals, especially deep-sea fish.
ALA (α-Linolenic acid) is mainly derived from plant foods, such as flaxseed, perilla...
2. EPA and DHA can be absorbed directly by the body.
ALA must be converted to EPA or DHA in the body before it can be absorbed by the body, but the conversion rate is very low, generally less than 10%, and the conversion velocity is slow, it is difficult to meet the needs of our body. So most of the EPA and DHA needed by the body comes from food.
3.The main effect of EPA is to inhibit and prevent inflammation, and has a relieving effect on cardiovascular disease and joint inflammation;
The main effect of DHA is nerve regeneration, which helps to improve cognitive function, memory and concentration.