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Healthy Eating & Omega 3 Fats

Omega 3

Omega-3 is the name given to a family of polyunsaturated fatty acids found naturally in oily fish and some types of seeds. They are classified as essential because the body can make its own omega-3 fats; they must be taken in through the diet.

Their benefits are thought to be numerous and wide-ranging: from reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease to limiting anti-social behaviour in teenagers. The recommended daily allowance of Omega-3 fats varies according to different reports, but around 3g per day is thought to be optimal.

What can Omega-3 fats do for you?

  • Improve heart and brain function
  • Maintain membranes of all cells
  • Lower blood pressure
  • Reduce the risk of blood clots
  • Reduce risk of certain cancers

What indicates a deficiency in Omega-3 fats?

  • Dry skin, dandruff, eczema
  • Inflammatory conditions and allergies
  • Hormonal imbalance, PMT, breast pain
  • Poor memory, mood swings, difficulty concentrating
  • Obesity and high cholesterol

Who particularly needs Omega-3 fats?

  • Pregnant women and mothers who are breastfeeding
  • Vegetarians as their body will not have access to the Omega-3 fats in oily fish
  • Men; studies suggest men are more vulnerable to heart disease and depression, both of which Omega-3 can help combat

Foods high in Omega-3 fats

Food Serving size Cals Amount GDA (%)
Salmon 100g 215 2.3 g 76 %
Mackerel 160g 382 3.2 g 106 %
Tuna 100g 99 1.6 g 53 %
Sardines 86g 168 1.8 g 60 %
Pumpkin seeds 30g 178 1.0 g 33 %
Walnut oil 30g 152 3.4 g 113 %

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