Role of Nutrition and Healthy Omega Fats, From Brain Health to Concussions
Eat your omega-3 fats for a healthy brain! Healthy fats such as omega-3 fats contribute importantly to many aspects of human biology including brain development and cognitive function.
This talk will highlight what we know about the role of omega-3 fats in fetal and infant brain development, contributions to a healthy aging brain, and new emerging research on the potential benefits of omega-3 fats in daily living and sport.
Speaker
Dr. David Ma is a Professor in the Department of Human Health Sciences and Director of the Guelph Family Health Study (GFHS) at the University of Guelph. His research spans a wide range of topics from cells and experimental models of cancer, brain health to family nutrition. Ongoing work has focused on enhancing our understanding of the anticancer role of omega-3 fatty acids in experimental models of breast cancer.
In recent years, his work has expanded to investigate the role of omega-3 fatty acids in brain health and concussion. As the Director of the GFHS, a longitudinal cohort study of families with young children, he leads a team of investigators and trainees to better understand determinants of health, and develop approaches to promote healthy behaviours and lifestyle for the prevention of chronic diseases. In support of training, he leads a tri-agency funded national training program in Healthy Cities and Implementation Science. Professionally, he is active in advancing nutrition education and research in Canada through the Canadian Nutrition Society and is a Past-President and Fellow of the society.
Agenda
12:00 pm - 12:05 pm: Introduction - Dr. Philip Millar
12:05 pm - 12:35 pm: Keynote Address - Dr. David W.L. Ma
12:35 pm - 1:00 pm: Q & A
This seminar is sponsored by the Institute for Lifestyle Integration of Food and Exercise (LIFE).
For more information, please contact Wendy Banks, Engagement Manager, Programs & Pathways, at banksw@uoguelph.ca.
Note: All registrants will be emailed a transcript and recording of the webinar after the event.