Fatty oils/fatty acids are components in fish oil supplements. They come from Polyunsaturated Fats and are important to good health. Omega 3 fatty oils are actually good for you. Omega 6 fatty acids are excessively present in the American/European diets and Omega 3’s are seriously lacking. This creates an imbalance in the body.
This imbalance has been found, in various research studies to be linked to Heart disease, Inflammatory diseases like Arthritis, Alzheimer’s, and Macular Degeneration. Omega 3 fatty oils deficiency has also been linked to Obesity and Diabetes. The question then becomes if the deficiency is corrected with Omega 3 deficiency, can these conditions be relieved or reversed? Can these conditions actually be prevented if Omega 3 is added to the diet in some form? While there is conflicting evidence, research for the most part does show a positive effect of Omega 3 Fatty Oils on various health conditions as mentioned above and on many others.
The human body needs Omega 3 Fatty Oils for good health but cannot make its own supply. This is why Omega 3 and Omega 6 are considered Essential fatty acids. They are essential because they must come from food sources.
You can find Omega 3 Fatty Oils in plants, seeds, nuts, meat and most popular is fish.
Fish oils rich in Omega 3 are extracted from the tissues of fatty fish. Oils that come from most fish livers are usually low in Omega 3’s because of the possibilities of contamination. Cod Liver Oil on the other hand is very rich in Omega 3’s and has long since been used to treat “what ails you.”
Plant sources include Flax, Brussels Sprouts, and dark green vegetables. Boiled Cabbage and boiled Cauliflower are rich in Omega 3 fatty oils, as are strawberries. Spring Greens, turnip greens, and Romaine lettuce are also very good sources of Omega 3’s.
Seeds such as Pumpkin Seeds, Sesame seeds, and Rapeseeds are sources for Omega 3’s. Flaxseeds, ground Flax and Soy beans are also good suppliers of Omega 3’s. Tofu (a soy protein) is also a good way to get Omega 3.
Meat sources are currently limited but there are grass fed beef cows that are excellent ways to add EFA’s to your diet. The best fish sources are the Hoki fish that is native to New Zealand and Antarctic Krill (also has antioxidants and phospholipids.) Trout, Bass, Mackerel, Sardines, Halibut, Herring and Whiting are also great suppliers of Omega 3’s as are King Crabs.
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