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SNP calls on US policymakers, investors to advance brain health and nutrition efforts

November 5, 2026 — The Seafood Nutrition Partnership (SNP) has released a new whitepaper outlining strategies to help improve brain health in the U.S. through nutrition, public policy, and targeted investment.

“Brain nutrition must become part of the national infrastructure that supports Americans throughout their lives by default,” SNP Founder and President Linda Cornish said in a release. “We have an opportunity to translate scientific evidence into meaningful action, but it will require philanthropy, public policy, and private investment to work together.”

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10th Annual State of the Science Symposium Advocates for Brain Health as National Infrastructure

October 6, 2026 — The following was released by the Seafood Nutrition Partnership:

The 10th Annual State of the Science Symposium, held on September 14, 2026, in Washington, D.C., assembled leading scientists, funders, innovators, and thought leaders to examine the critical role of brain nutrition in promoting brain health and enhancing food systems.

Convened by the Seafood Nutrition Partnership (SNP) and the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), the 2026 symposium focused on the theme “Brain Health is National Infrastructure.” The event facilitated collaboration and discussion regarding how nutrition science, innovation, and strategic investment can address one of the greatest challenges of our times: brain health.

Attendees examined strategies to translate scientific research into practical initiatives, emphasizing nutrition’s role in cognitive development, lifelong brain health, and public health outcomes.

The symposium brought together interdisciplinary experts to present current research findings, exchange perspectives, and identify strategies to promote brain health through improved nutrition and more resilient food systems.

● Dr. Michael Crawford, Imperial College London (Via Zoom 9.3.26)
● Mrs. Linda Cornish, Seafood Nutrition Partnership
● Dr. Tom Brenna, Dell Medical School, UT Austin, Advisor to US HHS
● Dr. Mduduzi Mbuya, GAIN (Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition)
● Dr. Richard Bazinet, Brain Lipid Metabolism, University of Toronto
● Ms. Cheryl Healy, McKinsey Health Institute – Brain Health
● Dr. Michael Lewis, Retired US Army Colonel, Author, “When Brains Collide”
● Ms. Molly Jacques, Global Seafood Alliance
● Ms. Camila Flanagan, Marine Stewardship Council
● Mr. Gustavo Lara, Cargill

Presentations and Videos

Presentations and videos from the 10th Annual State of the Science Symposium are available at https://www.seafoodnutrition.org/state-of-the-science-symposium/.

What’s Next

Building on the discussions and insights shared during the symposium, a white paper outlining key findings and recommendations is in development. The forthcoming publication will highlight important takeaways from the convening and identify opportunities for continued collaboration and action to advance brain health through brain nutrition. The white paper will be shared once completed.

About Seafood Nutrition Partnership

Seafood Nutrition Partnership (SNP) is the leading 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in the U.S. building awareness of the health and nutritional benefits of seafood. SNP addresses the country’s public health crisis through education programs that inspire Americans to incorporate more seafood and omega-3s into their diets for improved health per the USDA Dietary Guidelines. For more information or to support SNP, visit seafoodnutrition.org.

About The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition

The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is a Swiss-based foundation launched at the United Nations in 2002 to tackle the human suffering caused by malnutrition. Working with governments, businesses and civil society, we aim to transform food systems so that they deliver healthier diets for all people, especially the most vulnerable. For more information, visit gainhealth.org/about.

Omega 3 Health Benefits, Nutrition Facts And Sources

October 31st, 2016 — According to a lot of research, omega 3 benefits each of the body’s systems in its own way. The greatest benefits can be found in the heart and the brain.

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In places where other fats clog the arteries and contribute to heart disease, the omega 3 fatty acids helps to fight off the heart disease in many ways.

Here I have contributed a list of the things that omega 3 can do for your heart:

  • Anti-Coagulant Activity – helps prevent the formation of clots in the blood
  • Antioxidant Activity – they help to prevent oxidation of the fats that are found in the bloodstream. When the fats become oxidized, they can stick to the artery walls and harden atherosclerosis
  • Relax Smooth Muscles – the help reduce the blood pressure, which can reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack
  • Improves The Levels Of Cholesterol – Cholesterol isn’t all bad. Most individuals who have problems with cholesterol have high levels of LDL and low levels of HDL. Theheart-omega-3-oil particles of LDL are most likely to stick to the walls of the arteries and create clots. HDL is what helps remove the particles of LDL from the blood. Omega 3 supplements have been known to increase the amount of HDL.
  • Lowers The Amount of Blood Triglycerides – triglycerides are the fats found in the blood. The more fats that are found in your blood, the more likely you are to develop blood clots, have a stroke, ordevelop heart disease. The prescription medication LOVAX used for high levels of triglycerides is really nothing but omega 3 fish oil
  • Anti-Inflammatory Activity – when the oxidized fats get stuck to the artery walls, they create swelling or inflammation, which makes the arteries even narrower

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