Plasma n6 polyunsaturated fatty acid levels and risk for dementia: a prospective observational study from the United Kingdom Biobank

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• Dementia risk is significantly associated with plasma n6 polyunsaturated fatty acid levels, indicating potential lifestyle influences.
• Individuals with higher levels of plasma n6 polyunsaturated fatty acids show a notable correlation with reduced dementia incidence.
• This prospective observational study utilized data from the United Kingdom Biobank, focusing on dietary fatty acids in relation to neurological outcomes.
• Findings may guide dietary recommendations to mitigate dementia risk through modifiable lifestyle factors.