I’m from Iceland and as a child I was made to drink the most horrible thing called lysi, which is pure fat from the liver of fish. It tasted horrible but was very beneficial for my health. Fortunately, it now comes in pill form that don’t taste at all.
Growing up, I wasn’t always told exactly how I ate and drank benefited my health – only that it did. As an adult, I became curious as to why what I eat and drink is important to my health. One of these nagging curiosities was of course, the fish fat.
What are Omega Fatty Acids? Omega fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids and considered essential fatty acids. This means that they are essential to human health but that the body can’t produce them. We must, therefore, ingest fatty acids from food.
The best source for omega fatty acids is fish (salmon, tuna, herring and sardines); however, certain fish contains toxins (such as mercury) and should be taken in quantities no more than two servings per week.
Another source for omega fatty acids is in nuts (walnuts, flaxseed, soybeans or their oils). Some foods are now being manufactured by adding the fatty acids to certain foods (margarines, certain cereals, orange juice, snack foods, and baby food and formula).
While it is suggested that the best way to get omega fatty acids is through diet, even experts agree that it’s difficult to tell how much is enough, although many recommend 3 grams per week. Talk to your doctor or nutritionist to know exactly how much you should be getting in your diet.
If you aren’t getting enough fatty acids in your diet, there are fish oil supplements available on the market. Studies have shown that they have proven beneficial results; however, they are not regulated so you should research individual brands first.
Now that we know where to get the omega fatty acids, why do we want to take them? Research has shown that developing babies need these fatty acids in order for proper neurological development to take place.
Studies have shown that omega fatty acids can reduce cardiovascular events (death, heart attacks, strokes), can also slow the progression of atherosclerosis, lower triglycerides, and can lower blood pressure.
There have been other reported benefits in the areas of rheumatoid arthritis, depression and anxiety disorders. Recent research shows promise even in cancer treatments, specifically, breast cancer, prostate and colon cancer.
As always, I recommend a well balanced, nutritious diet for your overall health. But if weight control or weight loss is your goal, my Weight Loss Breeze Program has had amazing results. It is all natural, and does not include special dietary restrictions.
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