LuvHaryani: Omega-3 Fatty Acid Good For You!

Monday, 5 February 2018

Omega-3 Fatty Acid Good For You!

Did You Know?

Omega 3 has also been found to support skin health, assist in weight loss, enhance the immune system and regulate hormone production and function.

Omega 3

Omega 3 fatty acids are the healthy or "good" fats we need to support normal bodily functions

Omega 3 has a numerous health benefits, however it is a nutrient that the body cannot produce. Thus, supplementation of Omega 3 in our diet is crucial.

Benefits of Omega 3

Omega 3 has been studied extensively for their benefits to the body, which are :

Heart Health

Omega 3 has been known to reduce inflammation. Inflammation can damage blood vessels and lead to heart disease.

EPA & DHA have been shown in research to provide the following benefits, all of which may help reduce the risk of heart disease which are regulate triglyceride (cholesterol) and blood pressure levels, improve blood circulation and mantain a healthy heart rhythm

Brain Function'

Our brain is made up of almost 60% fat and much of the nervous system is composed of fats. The cerebral cortex (responsible for memory and attention) is estimated to contain around 20% DHA

EPA and DHA have been studied for their improvement in the transmission of information between nerves, positive effects on mood, cognition, memory, learning and attention and healthy aging effects, that slow down the onset of age-related brain disorders such as Alzheimers and dementia

Joint Health

EPA & DHA work to decrease inflammation by suppressing the production of enzymes that erode cartilage, causing joint pain.

Omega 3 also plays a vital role in maintaining bone mineral density, promoting joint mobility, flexibility, reducing stiffness, swelling and pain. It also decreasing inflammation, suppress joint information and destruction which is common in arthritis. Omega 3 also acting as a lubricant to enable creaky and painful joints to move freely.

Pregnancy and Beyond

Omega 3- fatty acids are crucial during pregnancy right through breastfeeding.

After the baby is born, Omega 3 supports brain development and immune function, healthy post-partum mood and well being for moms, fetal brain, eyes and nervous system.

DHA is an important component of the retina- vital for proper vision development in the infant. DHA is critical to the optimal development of the brain before birth and during early childhood.

Omega 3 may reduce risk of allergies in infant and supports full-term delivery and health birth weight.

Although Omega 3 has many benefits to others, it is a nutrient that the body cannot be produce. Thus, supplementation of Omega 3 in our diet is crucial