31. The vitamin A in cod liver oil strengthens the mucous membranes and the essential fatty acids are anti-inflammatory. 32. Essential fatty acids must be consumed in the diet or as supplements because the body cannot make them.33. :: The only known essential fatty acids are alpha-linolenic acid and linoleic acid, neither of which is saturated. 34. Hemp seed oil, which is a deeper green than extra-virgin olive oil, is rich in essential fatty acids . 35. Essential fatty acids , such as Omega-3, found in fish oils and walnuts, help build cell membranes in the brain.36. When salmon, red snapper and other cold-water fish eat the algae, essential fatty acids build up in their flesh. 37. Van Elswyk is trying to get essential fatty acids into chicken and other meats without altering their natural flavors. 38. In the meantime, most researchers recognize soy as a safe, excellent source of plant-based protein and essential fatty acids . 39. Indeed, most dyslexic children have normal or even high IQ . Current research indicates that essential fatty acids may help. 40. From these so-called essential fatty acids , the body can manufacture the two long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, AA and DHA, respectively.