Omega 3

We are not getting sufficient omega 3 fatty acids in our diets. We all have the same problem. These fatty acids are essential for our hearts and brain as well as assisting in weight loss.

The healthy level of these fatty acids should be at least half of what ever other fats we eat, such as vegetable oils. Here's What we find however.

Corn oil 100g only has approx 3g of omega3

Palm oil 100g " " " .4g

Safflower 100g " " " zero

Sunflower 100g " " " Zero

Is it any wonder we are running into all sorts of health problems and carrying surplus weight. Our bodies are becoming over loaded with omega 6.

A study has shown weight loss can be assisted by taking Omega3 fish oil supplements.

The study by the University of South Australia found that fish oil could be an effective natural weight loss supplement due to it's omega3 content together with an exercise program.

Omega3's are really an assortment of 3 polyunsaturated oils, but the first two, EPA and DHA are the important ones. Most fish oils on the market contain both these ingredients in varying quantities.

Argument has arisen about these and which is better than the other.

Regarding EPA some dispute exists, this essential nutrient is considered by some leading doctors in the UK as being the single most vital nutrient in the functioning of the brain and nervous system.

Most vegetable sources of omega's are ALA and have to be converted by the body to the more needed form of EPA or DHA.

Fish oil, provided it is free from contaminants like mercury is the best way to get adequate supplies of EPA and DHA.


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