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About Omega 3, benefits the body

Omega 3 is a type of unsaturated fatty acid that is absolutely essential for the health of each of us. Normally, with proper nutrition, it is not necessary to take supplements.

Omega 3 is found in both animal products such as fatty fish, seafood, fish oils, and vegetable products: seaweed, flax, chia and walnut seeds.

Although there is much discussion about the source of Omega 3, health experts have concluded that animal sources contain a higher amount of these fatty acids.

If you do not follow a diet to ensure regular consumption of Omega 3, you can confidently opt for nutritional supplements. There is a wide range of options and concentrations on the market, but you should discuss them with your doctor first.

Benefits of Omega 3 Consumption

  • It plays a decisive role in increasing attention and improving memory. Increases social skills in children, decreases the risk of ADHD and autism;
  • Decreases blood triglycerides and blood pressure, prevents blood clots and reduces inflammation;
  • It has positive effects on the genital tract in both men and women. It regulates the menstrual cycle and prevents menstrual cramps, and in men it improves sperm quality.
  • It has a beneficial psychic role, considerably reducing the symptoms of anxiety and depression;
  • Improves eyesight. DHA (a type of Omega 3) is the basic component of the brain and retina of the eye;
  • Reduces obesity and helps maintain optimal body weight;
  • Helps against autoimmune diseases such as diabetes, lupus, psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, etc .;
  • Reduces the frequency of mood swings and violent behavior;
  • Helps prevent cancer. Regular consumption of Omega 3 is associated with a reduced risk of colon cancer, breast cancer in women and prostate cancer in men;
  • Reduces steatosis or fat accumulation on the liver;
  • Improves the health of bones and joints, helping to increase the amount of calcium deposited on the bone structure;
  • Improves the appearance of the skin. Regular consumption will make your skin soft, hydrated, supple and wrinkle-free.

If you do not eat fish at least twice a week, our advice is to opt for an Omega 3 supplement to enjoy all the benefits described above. Choose the concentration that suits you best with your doctor or pharmacist, and take it at the beginning of the day, with or without food.

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