Your Body Needs Omega-3s!

fish oilThere are certain nutrients that are absolutely essential to overall health and wellbeing, and particularly to heart health. The omega-3 fatty acid is one such nutrient that serves as a true powerhouse for the body in a number of ways.

The omega-3 fatty acid occurs in three forms: EPA and DHA, which are found mainly in certain fish, and ALA, found in plant sources like nuts and seeds. It’s been shown in hundreds of studies to provide benefits for a wide range of health problems and discomforts. From depression and focus to joint support and heart health, omegas can take care of it.  

Heart Health: Clinical trials show that omega-3 fish oil reduces your chances of suffering from heart disease by lowering bad cholesterol (LDL) levels and boosting the good cholesterol (HDL) levels. Fish oils also prevent the buildup of triglycerides, a fat found in the blood that, in high quantities, can raise your risk for heart disease. This adds years to your life expectancy!

Brain Function: Omega-3s improve memory, recall, reasoning, and focus. Six weeks after beginning a fish oil routine, patients in various studies noticed a substantial difference in their mental focus. In fact, children and adults with ADHD are likely to have lower levels of omega 3s than their non-ADHD peers, which can be overcome with the daily use of fish oil! Pregnant and nursing women especially can benefit from the brain boosting powers of fish oils by passing along the benefits to their children.

Mental Health Support: Since cell membranes are partially comprised of omega-3s, increased levels of these fatty acids in the blood allow serotonin, an antidepressant chemical produced by the body, to move easier between cells for mood boosting. This applies to symptoms of anxiety, fatigue, stress, and even decreased sexual desire as well!

Inflammation and Joint Pain: Omegas reduce inflammation in the blood and tissue and regulate the body’s inflammation cycle. This means that taking fish oil or flax seed every day can alleviate a huge variety of painful health issues like gastrointestinal disorders, Crohn’s Disease, ulcerative colitis, joint pain, and arthritis.

How can you possibly say no to a nutrient that can transform the body in so many ways?