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A new study has found that the benefits of a fatty acid known as eicosapentaenoic acid vary widely from person to person.

One group received no treatment, the second completed a 30-day swimming routine, and the third both swam and received omega-3 supplements, a fatty acid known for reducing inflammation in chronic diseases.

In laboratory experiments, scientists treated damaged neurons with specific fatty acid supplements and found that within just 48 hours, the cells regained their energy production and normal activity.

Nevertheless, Beyem Seyo pack members continued to feast on the valley’s ample supply of cows, which are fatty, tasty and relatively easy to catch.

One explanation, according to Dr. Nordestgaard, is that high cholesterol contributes to atherosclerosis -- the buildup of fatty deposits in blood vessels.