There is a lot of information in the media right now about the benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids. More research is needed in this area but from what I have read so far, Omega-3’s are very important to our health.
After researching this topic I had purchased a new omega-3 product to try last month. Wow! I have experienced some positive health benefits from this product. That has motivated me to start this blog to write about this topic as well as others in the future.
What Are Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids. “Essential” means our bodies cannot manufacture them and so must be eaten as a food or taken as a supplement. Omega-3s play a role in several physiological functions. More and more research is showing that the intake of omega-3 fatty acids helps to prevent a wide range of medical problems. There are numerous plant and animal sources and some are better than others for various reasons.
Why Do We Hear So Much About Them Today
Research has shown there needs to be a balanced ratio between Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids in our nutritional intake. The ideal ratio is not known but currently is estimated to be 1:1 to 4:1 of omega-6s to omega-3s. Our typical Western Diet provides ratios between 10:1 and 30:1 of omega-6s to omega-3s. That readers, is quite a difference!
Our ancestors diet was rich in wild game, seafood and other sources of omega-3s. They hunted, fished and gathered their food which provided a healthy ratio of 3s to 6s. Today we primarily hunt and gather our food in the grocery stores full of processed foods. These can be high in omega-6 fatty acids such as corn oil.
We need to decrease the amount of omega-6 fatty acids in our diet and increase the amount of omega-3 fatty acids in our diets.
Sources of Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids
I will list these next time . I am currently trying a new porduct called Moxxor which is a green lip mussel oil from New Zealand. There are other good supplements that could fit your needs as well. To find out more go to http://www.mymoxxor.com/ProductOverview.aspx?ID=NatNewsPa. Here’s to your health!
