Omega 3-6-9
While both Omega-3 and omega-6 are essential fatty acids because our bodies can't make them naturally, omega-9 fatty acids aren't considered to be essential since the body can make them on its own. They are, however, important dietary fats. Here, we'll discuss their different benefits and functions, and find out how they can help support our health while giving us an organic and 100% natural supplement.
Omega-3
The AHA (American Heart Association) recommends that adults should eat at least two portions of fish every week. Oily fish, in particular, should be consumed since they are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. There are also many kinds of omega-3 fats — these differ based on their chemical shape and size. Here are the most common forms of omega-3:
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EPA (also known as Eicosapentaenoic acid):
With a 20-carbon formation, this fatty acid's main function is to produce a chemical called eicosanoids. These help to lower inflammation and may also help to reduce symptoms in patients suffering from depression.
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DHA (also known as Docosahexaenoic acid):
This consists of a 22-carbon fatty acid that makes up around 8% of our brain's weight and largely contributes to brain function and development.
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ALA (also known as Alpha-linolenic acid):
Is an 18-carbon fatty acid that can be converted into both EPA and DHA. The process, however, isn't efficient, so it instead benefits the nervous system, immune system, and heart.
Benefits:
-Improving Our Heart's Health:
Omega-3 acids might help to manage blood pressure, triglyceride, and cholesterol levels.
-Support Our Mental Health: They may also help to prevent or manage Parkinson's disease, depression, and psychosis for those at risk. However, further research is needed to support this.
-Reduce Waist Size and Weight: Omega-3 fats might help individuals manage their weight along with their waist circumference but more research is needed.
-Decreasing Fat in the Liver:
Some research suggests that eating omega-3-rich foods might help in reducing the amount of fat in the liver.
-Supports Brain Development in Infants:
It is known that omega-3 supports brain development in a fetus.
-Fights Inflammation:
This fatty acid may help to manage inflammation that can occur with some chronic diseases.