Omega-3 is very important for health. Below I will give just some examples of what processes Omega 3 is involved in and why it is needed.
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Benefits
- These healthful Omega-3 fatty acids support a healthy heart and cardiovascular system;
- Our skin really needs omega-3s to stay hydrated (learn more about how to make natural cream for dry skin);
- Foods with a good ratio of high omega-3 fatty acids and low omega-6 fatty acids are great for the liver. Omega-3 fats help strip the fat off the liver;
- Omega-3 helps in the absorption of vitamin B12, which is essential for the brain and protects against dementia.
Sources
The best sources of omega-3 fatty acids are:
- sardines;
- salmon (wild-caught);
- cod liver;
- cod liver oil;
- fish oils like salmon, algae.
Also omega-3 fatty acids are found in:
- Eggs (learn more about excellent benefits of eggs)
- Walnuts (learn more about walnuts and how correctly use them);
- Ghee butter.
