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Omega-3 Oils
Why We All Need More Omega-3
FACT: Diets high in Omega-3 result in a lower
rate of heart disease.
"Unless you live on a steady diet of cold-water, ocean-born, oily fish, you need more omega-3."
It was discovered in the 70's that the Inuit Eskimos had a very low mortality rate from coronary heart disease despite a diet rich in fat. Why? Because their diet consisted mostly of fish, whale, seal and walrus which resulted in a high intake of omega-3 fatty acids. Since that time innumerable studies have demonstrated an inverse relationship between fish consumption and risk of heart disease.
Proper Balance Of Fatty Acids
We need fats. But we need the right kind.
Our diets have changed. Our ancestors had diets with a balance of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in a ratio of about 2:1. Today the ratio is closer to 30:1. Why? Because we are now eating foods high in omega-6 such as cereal, bread, crackers, cakes and cookies. In an attempt to reduce cholesterol we have replaced saturated fats with things like corn and safflower oils which are high in omega-6 but we are not eating foods rich in omega-3 such as dark, leavy greens, flaxseed, walnuts and oily fish.
The benefits of Omega-3 are not just for your heart.
Omega-3 oils have been proven to have the following benefits on health, mood, blood, skin, hair, joints and much more.
- Mental Focus and Healthy Mood / Memory*
- Maintenance of Normal Optimal Cholesterol and Triglyceride Levels*
- Healthy Skin and Hair *
- Maintenance of Optimal Blood Pressure*
- Healthy Cardio-Vascular System*
- Maintaining Visual Acuity*
- Healthy Joints*
- Gastro-Intestinal Health*
- Balanced Immune and Inflammatory Response*
- Additional Antioxidant Protection * (ORAC 4854)
- Healthy Bones*
- Healthy Prostate and Breast Cells*
What is DHA and why do we need it?
Few people know that the human brain is comprised of over 60% fat or that its most abundant fat (25%) is called docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). DHA is an omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (not to be confused with the hormone DHEA). It is the primary structural fat in both the gray matter of the brain and the retina of the eye. DHA is essential for brain and eye development and function, making it an important supplement for both children and adults.
The average American's diet is low in DHA resulting from a declining consumption of dietary sources of DHA such as fatty fish and animal organ meats. Vegetarians have lower blood levels of DHA and EPA due to its virtual absence in foods of plant origin. There are a number of sea vegetables that have some EPA and DHA, but since the amount of fat in seaweed is usually so low, they are not reliable sources. It can be found in moderate amounts in canola oil and walnuts or in small amounts in green leafy vegetables. Luckily, a great source of DHA can be found in large quantities in flax seed oil.
NanOmega3 is a great tasting absorbable source of vegan DHA derived from golden flax, that you and your kids will love!
Does your diet have enough omega oils?
It is important to get more omega-3 fatty acids so we can counteract the imbalance between too much omega-6 and too little omega-3. One solution is to eat more ocean-born, cold-water, fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, tuna, and sardines. Another easy way is to take NanOmega3 daily.
