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Omega 3 is an essential fatty acid (EFA).  Humans and animals must ingest essential fatty acids for good health because the body requires them, yet does not have the ability to make them in the system.  The three most nutritionally important Omega 3 fatty acids are alpha-linolenic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
 
Omega 3 is an essential fatty acid (EFA).  Humans and animals must ingest essential fatty acids for good health because the body requires them, yet does not have the ability to make them in the system.  The three most nutritionally important Omega 3 fatty acids are alpha-linolenic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
 
  
 
== Functions & Actions ==
 
== Functions & Actions ==
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* cardiovascular disease
 
* cardiovascular disease
* type 2 [[diabetes]]
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* [[diabetes | type 2 diabetes]]
 
* [[Alzheimer's Disease | Alzheimer's]] (memory and concentration)
 
* [[Alzheimer's Disease | Alzheimer's]] (memory and concentration)
 
* dementia
 
* dementia
 
* depression
 
* depression
* rheumatoid [[arthritis]]
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* [[arthritis | rheumatoid arthritis]]
* osteo-[[arthritis]]
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* [[arthritis | osteo-arthritis]]
 
* fatigue
 
* fatigue
* hypertension
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* [[hypertension]]
 
* skin ailments (dry and itchy)
 
* skin ailments (dry and itchy)
 
* nail problems
 
* nail problems
* obesity
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* [[Obesity (Overweight) | obesity]]
 
* macular degeneration (eye condition)
 
* macular degeneration (eye condition)
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* [[alcoholism]]
  
 
== Sources ==
 
== Sources ==
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* halibut
 
* halibut
 
* herring
 
* herring
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* chia seeds
 
* flaxseeds
 
* flaxseeds
 
* walnuts
 
* walnuts
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* shrimp
 
* shrimp
 
* some fruits and vegetables
 
* some fruits and vegetables
 
  
 
== Interactions & Side-Effects ==
 
== Interactions & Side-Effects ==
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== Related Discussions ==
 
== Related Discussions ==
  
* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/nutrition/20019-omega-3s-anti-inflammatory-mechanism-revealed.html Omega-3s anti-inflammatory mechanism revealed]
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* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=20019 Omega-3s anti-inflammatory mechanism revealed]
* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/heart-health/5168-omega-3-fatty-acids-linked-younger-biological-age-cad-patients.html Omega-3 Fatty Acids Linked to Younger Biological Age in CAD Patients]
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* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=5168 Omega-3 Fatty Acids Linked to Younger Biological Age in CAD Patients]
* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/nutrition/5291-fish-oil-omega-3-a-2.html Fish Oil - Omega 3]
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* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=5291 Fish Oil - Omega 3]
* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/womens-health/19112-omega-3-fats-may-drop-endometriosis-risk.html Omega 3 Fats May Drop Endometriosis Risk]
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* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=19112 Omega 3 Fats May Drop Endometriosis Risk]
* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/nutrition/20462-uncertainty-about-benefits-dha.html Uncertainty about the benefits DHA]
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* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=20462 Uncertainty about the benefits DHA]
* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/nutrition/4279-fish-oil-tablets.html Fish Oil Tablets]
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* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=4279 Fish Oil Tablets]
* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/diabetes/4256-krill-oil-diabetes.html Krill Oil and Diabetes]
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* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=4256 Krill Oil and Diabetes]
* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/nutrition/2909-omega-3s-boost-infant-development.html Omega-3s Boost Infant Development]
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* [https://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=2909 Omega-3s Boost Infant Development]
 
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== External Links ==
 
== External Links ==
  
 
* [https://www.healthyfellow.com/446/new-omega-3-research/ New Omega 3 Research]
 
* [https://www.healthyfellow.com/446/new-omega-3-research/ New Omega 3 Research]
* [https://www.healthyfellow.com/685/krill-oil-best-of-and-update/ Best Of Krill Oil]
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* [https://www.healthyfellow.com/161/fish-oil-for-heart-health/ Fish Oil for Heart Health]
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[[Category: Vitamins and Minerals]]
 
[[Category: Vitamins and Minerals]]

Latest revision as of 19:29, 25 January 2012

Omega 3 rich foods
Omega 3


Description

Omega 3 is an essential fatty acid (EFA). Humans and animals must ingest essential fatty acids for good health because the body requires them, yet does not have the ability to make them in the system. The three most nutritionally important Omega 3 fatty acids are alpha-linolenic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).

Functions & Actions

Every cell in our body is surrounded by cell membranes composed of fatty acids. The membrane allows both nutrients to enter the cell, and toxins or waste to be removed. Without healthy cell membranes, cells lose their ability to hold water and vital nutrients. Omega 3 fatty acids also help offset other fats/oils in the body, such as Omega 6s.

Here are just some of the actions of Omega 3 fatty acids.

  • helps reduce inflammation throughout the body
  • acts as a blood thinner (prevents harmful clots)
  • nourishes cell membranes
  • lowers cholesterol and triglycerides
  • artery health (prevents atherosclerosis)
  • helps prevent cancerous cell growth


Health Benefits

Omega 3 essential fatty acids are extremely popular for all those interested in health and longevity. News reports, magazine articles, television and radio shows constantly discuss the effectiveness of Omega 3s as a nutritional necessity for both body and mind. Some of the conditions and diseases that Omega 3 consumption helps to prevent and treat are:

Sources

Following are some of the Omega 3 rich foods:

  • coldwater fish
  • salmon
  • krill (shrimp-like marine animal)
  • sardines
  • halibut
  • herring
  • chia seeds
  • flaxseeds
  • walnuts
  • soybeans
  • scallops
  • shrimp
  • some fruits and vegetables

Interactions & Side-Effects

Although side-effects are rarely seen, Omega 3 is a blood thinner and should not be taken by those with bleeding issues, or who are taking anti-coagulant (blood-thinning) prescription medications.


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