Today we will see very briefly the excellent health benefits of the miraculous omega-3 fatty acids :
1. Omega-3 fatty acids are anti-inflammatory.They help reduce inflammation and they succeed this without the negative side effects of the relevant drugs!People with existent or potential problems with arthritis or other degenerative diseases of their joints will see great benefits if they consume omega-3 fatty acids on a regular basis.
It is widely advised that the omega-3 fatty acids intake should be from real foods rather than from supplements.Omega-3 fatty acids from supplements are not absorbed in an optimum way.
2. Omega-3 fatty acids protect us from cancer as very few nutrients do.It has to do with their role in promoting the health of cell membranes much better than any other type of dietary fats.
They enhance the ability of cells to communicate.Lack of communication among cells is considered as a primary reason for the development and growth of malignant tumors.
Their best contribution is for the prevention of prostate caner,colon cancer and mainly breast cancer, a fact which is of special interest for women.
3. Omega-3 fatty acids have been found to improve brain health.
There is a general consensus that they can play an important role in the prevention of the Alzheimer's disease.This again has much to do with the role of omega-3 fatty acids in the improvement of cell to cell communication .
4. Omega-3 fatty acids have a direct impact on the quality of our vision as we age because they promote the health of retina.
5. They prevent the excessive clotting of our blood.
6.They are very beneficial for our cardiovascular system and they conrtibute to this in various ways:
-they lower the amounts of cholesterol and triglycerides in blood
-they can prevent atheromatosis by inhibiting the deposits or degenerative accumulations of lipid-containing plaques on the inner walls of the arteries
-they play a role in lowering the blood pressure
For the above reasons it is imperative to increase our consumption of omega-3 fatty acids.
Some of the best dietary sources are:salmon,sardines,cruciferous vegatables,ground flaxseeds,walnuts etc.
Try to avoid supplements!
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