5 reasons why Omega 3 is good for you

November 8, 2010, 1:31pm

Omega-3 Fatty Acids have been getting a lot of attention lately in the news, the scientific community and doctor’s offices around the world.  Many of us have heard all about Omega 3 fats and the health benefits and is now considered as a mega supplement in health!

Omega 3 fish oil contains two active ingredients: EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid). The EPA and DHA are vital nutrients and they are each important at different stages of life.

According to Hiro  Budhrani, president of AAA Pharma Inc., the distributor of O3 Omega-3 (Fish Oil) Supplement, “O3 contains high pharmaceutical-grade Omega-3 that provides the best ratio of EPA/DHA. EPA is part of every cell membrane and is one of the chief messengers on a molecular level. It allows the body’s cells to communicate with each other. DHA, on the other hand, is now thought to constitute the ‘building blocks’ of the brain, forming about 8% of the brain by weight.  This is the reason it is important for pregnant mothers to ensure an adequate supply throughout pregnancy.”

Budhrani added that by supplementing our diet with O3 Omega-3 (Fish Oil) Supplement, we will enjoy the 5 most important health benefits that Omega 3 can give us. These are:

• Control Inflammation in the body EPA and DHA fats have an ability to produce a chemical called Resolvin D2, which is very effective in reducing the excess inflammation in the body. Excess inflammation can lead to various health conditions like Arthritis, Psoriasis, and soreness in the body.

• Brain Health Our brain is primarily made of these fats and they control the proper communication between the neurons inside the brain. We are now learning that diet can alter brain composition and brain function. A fish-rich diet helps keep the mind sharp. For adults, fish oil improves memory, recall, reasoning and focus.
Deficiency of these fatty acids leads to an increased risk of conditions like Depression, Autism, Dyslexia, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and loss of memory.

• Healthy Heart Omega3 fats have anti coagulant properties, which help in destroying the plaque buildup inside the arteries. Hence, they have immense cardio vascular benefits, they help regulate blood pressure and reduce the chances of strokes and heart attacks.

• Cancer Several studies report possible anti-cancer effects of Omega-3 fatty acids (particularly breast, colon, and prostate cancer). Omega-3 fatty acids reduced prostate tumor growth, slowed histopathological progression, and increased survival.

• For Pregnant and lactating women Nothing is more important than the health of a pregnant woman because she is nurturing a life inside her. She, not only needs to take care of her own health but also the health of the baby developing inside her womb. Studies revealed that pregnant and nursing mothers can have a great impact on the intelligence and happiness of their babies by supplementing with Omega 3 fish oil with DHA.

“Omega 3 has more health benefits that we can get, but these can only be attained if we have the necessary levels of these fats in our body. Since, the body cannot produce these fats on its own, fish oil is important to supplement our daily diet regimen,” Budhrani noted.

Hands down oils from fish like salmon, herring, mackerel, anchovies and sardines are very rich in Omega-3. Other oily fish such as tuna also contain Omega-3 in somewhat lesser amounts. Consumers of oily fish should be aware of the potential presence of heavy metals and fat-soluble pollutants like polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and dioxin which may accumulate up the food chain.

(For those who are unable to get this nutritionally fatty acid in their diet, experts recommend the consumption of well-refined fish oil supplements like O3 Omega-3 (Fish Oil) Supplement. For more information about O3 Omega-3 (Fish Oil) Supplement, email aaapharma@ggii.com.ph. O3 Omega-3 (Fish Oil) Supplement is available in Manson Drug/Med-Express and South Star Drug. )

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Source: Manila Bulletin