Omega-3 Fish Oils
Omega-3 Fish Oil is simply the fat or oil that is extracted from oily fish such as salmon, herring, mackerel, tuna, trout and sardines. Omega-3 fatty acids are uniquely healthy and can improve inflammation and cognitive function. Omega-3 fatty acids are also found in plants but the types of omega-3 found in fish oils (Eicosapentaenoic acid: EPA and Docosahexaenoic acid: DHA) are more beneficial than those found in plants.
Omega-3 fatty acids are important anti-inflammatory mediators. These polyunsaturated fatty acids can be metabolised in the body to promote healing and homeostasis. Specifically, EPA is converted, via a sequence of biochemical steps, into a compound called prostaglandin E3 (PGE3), a key molecule for maintaining tissue health.
Fish oil is also a great source of fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamins A and D.
Benefits:
- May reduce blood pressure.
- Reported to improve cognitive function.
- Essential for early growth and development of babies.
- Can help with joint problems and skin disorders.
Did you know…
The fish themselves do not make Omega-3 fatty acids but get them by eating plankton?
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