Health Tip of the Week: Omega 3

What is Omega 3?

Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid.  Essential meaning that is necessary for bodily functions and your body cannot produce it.  In the 1970's scientists were discovering that the Inuit people of Iceland were very healthy people.  With a diet high in fat from seals, whales, and fish; scientists found that Inuit's had very healthy hearts, and attributed their healthy hearts to Omega-3 (particularly intake of DHA and EPA).


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What are some health benefits?

• Reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease
• Supports brain function 
• Increasing  the production of the brain's communication molecules
• Improving signaling processes
• Spatial memory
• Inflammation
• Improved circulation of blood
• Visual Function
• Improve skin and complexion
• Weight Management

What foods are high in Omega-3?

The best sources of Omega-3 are fish.  Some fish contain more Omega-3 than others.  Salmon, sardines, herring, and mackerel are fish that have higher concentration of fatty acids.  If you don't consume fish, soybeans, tofu, walnuts, and flax seed are also good sources.  Also be on the lookout for foods that are fortified with Omega-3 such as eggs, bread, and yogurt.  Supplements are also an alternative to fish, but make sure the supplements are purified and do not contain any mercury.