antiagingatlanta / neutraceuticals / omega 3 fatty acids
Omega-3 Fatty Acids (EPA and DHA)
Preventive Intake: As indicated.
Benefits:
- Considered an anti-inflammatory and vasodilator.
- Necessary for normal growth and development throughout the life cycle.
- Protects against degenerative changes in the cells and tissues.
- Decreases triglyceride levels.
- Reduces fatigue.
- Improves dry skin.
- Increases impaired immune function.
- Used in treatment of obesity and cancer.
- May help prevent diabetes.
Deficiencies May Cause: Dry skin, decreased cellular communication, decreased metabolism and effects of insulin.
Food Sources: Flax meal, flax oil, hemp oil, canola, soybeans, pumpkin seeds, walnut oil and fish oil.