Lumpfish Roe

Overview

Lumpfish roe provides phospholipid-bound omega-3 fatty acids and astaxanthin, supporting brain health through superior bioavailability. Targeted foods such as salmon or lumpfish roe can be used to reliably and safely exceed minimum omega-3 intakes, helping individuals achieve optimal omega-3 status for brain health.

Recipes

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Substances

2 substances in this food

DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)

Accounts for ~10–15% of total brain fatty acids, 20–30% of neuronal phospholipids (PE, PS), and >90% of brain omega-3 PUFA; critical for membrane fluidity, synaptic vesicle fusion, neurodevelopment

EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)

Potent anti-inflammatory; precursor to E-series resolvins; modulates dopamine and serotonin signalling

Preparation Notes

• Can be consumed as is or in dishes
• Part of diverse fish roe intake
• Supports phospholipid-bound omega-3 goals
• Important for brain omega-3 delivery

Biological Target Matrix

Biological Target	Substance	Contribution Level	Therapeutic Areas	Mechanism of Action
Endocannabinoid System (ECS)	Omega-3 Fatty Acids	Contextual / minor contributor	ADHD, Anxiety & GAD, Depression & MDD	Production of docosahexaenoyl ethanolamide (DHEA) and eicosapentaenoyl ethanolamide (EPEA), N-acyl ethanolamines for endocannabinoid-like signaling
Hormonal Response	Omega-3 Fatty Acids	Contextual / minor contributor	ADHD, Anxiety & GAD	Support hormonal balance through membrane integrity and anti-inflammatory effects
Inflammation	Omega-3 Fatty Acids	Contextual / minor contributor	ADHD, Anxiety & GAD, Depression & MDD, Alzheimer's Disease, Bipolar Disorder	Specialized Pro-Resolving Mediators (SPMs) - resolvins, protectins, maresins terminate inflammation without immunosuppression, downregulate COX-2, inhibit neutrophil infiltration, enhance macrophage clearance, limit glutamate-induced excitotoxicity
Methylation	Omega-3 Fatty Acids	Contextual / minor contributor	ADHD, Anxiety & GAD, Depression & MDD, Alzheimer's Disease	Support homocysteine reduction in combination with B12, phospholipid methylation (PLM) dependent on SAMe
Neurochemical Balance	Omega-3 Fatty Acids	Contextual / minor contributor	ADHD, Anxiety & GAD, Depression & MDD, Alzheimer's Disease, Bipolar Disorder	Membrane fluidity and neurotransmitter receptor function, ion channel behavior and gamma oscillations, support neurotransmission and phospholipid methylation
Oxidative Stress	Omega-3 Fatty Acids	Contextual / minor contributor	ADHD, Anxiety & GAD, Depression & MDD, Alzheimer's Disease, Bipolar Disorder	—
Stress Response	Omega-3 Fatty Acids	Contextual / minor contributor	ADHD, Anxiety & GAD, Depression & MDD	Improve vagal tone and HRV control, improve cortisol rhythms

References

• Targeted foods such as salmon or lumpfish roe can be used to reliably and safely exceed minimum omega-3 intakes, helping individuals achieve optimal omega-3 status for brain health, cognitive performance, and inflammatory regulation