omega-3 fatty acid

Based on the fact that modern man consumes staggering levels of omega-6 compared to omega-3, it is prudent to learn the following:

Characteristics

• polyunsaturated fat
• alpha linolenic acid (ALA) -->converts to:
• Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) &
• Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
• essential fatty acid

Benefits

• energy production
• insulin and blood sugar maintenance
• brain, neuron, and cell development
• mood and cognitive development
• anti-inflammatory effect
• immune system health
• hair and skin health
• heart, blood pressure, cholesterol health
• depression, bipolar, ADHD, Alzheimer's, and schizophrenia treatment

Sources

• salmon, tuna, trout, herring, sardines
• green leafy vegetables
• walnuts, flax seeds, pumpkin seeds
• flax seed oil, hemp seed oil, soy bean oil
• high quality omega-3 supplements that contain EPA and DHA

Make it a great day!