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All About Omega-3’s

Certain Omega-3 fatty acids, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), exist naturally in fish and fish oil. Fish and fish oil are the best source of Omega-3s. Omega Farms uses purified Norwegian cod oil that is taste- and odor-free.

Other products use algae, which only contains DHA, the Omega-3 important to infant brain health and vision acuity. EPA and DHA together contribute to both heart and brain health.

The other popular Omega-3 present in food is alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is found in flaxseed, soybeans, walnuts and canola. ALA is an essential fatty acid important in making other healthy fats in the body. However, your body must convert ALA into a usable form of EPA and DHA, a process known to be inefficient and inexact.

Additional Health Benefits of Omega-3’s

  • Studies suggest deficiency in Omega-3 fatty acids may contribute to behavior and learning difficulties including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), dyslexia, Dyspraxia/developmental coordination disorder (DCD), autistic spectrum disorders, and is thought to play a role in asthma.
  • Omega-3’s have been shown to reduce the incidence of cardiovascular disease and to protect the heart against inflammation that can lead to a sudden heart attack. There is growing evidence that Omega 3’s avert strokes, reduce inflammation and joint pain from arthritis, and are even being researched for effectiveness in slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson diseases.
  • Omega-3s are also used to treat depression and bipolar disorder.
  • The American Heart Association recommends 2-3 servings of fatty fish per week, for 1,000 mg of Omega-3, which is the equivalent of consuming 2-3 Omega Farms Dairy products per day. The American Heart Association’s Nutrition Committee has concluded that Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to reduce the incidence of cardiovascular disease.
  • Although there is no recommended daily allowance in the U.S., the International Society for the Study of Fatty Acids and Lipids recommends 650 mg of EPA and DHA for adults based on a 2,000 calorie diet.