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Get your Omega-3s!
| Dear Foy, |
By Dr. Andra Campitelli, ND
The
benefits of eating omega-3 fatty acids are never-ending, from
increasing energy, assisting in cardiovascular condition and
inflammation to nervous system and mental health support. Consuming
omega-3s isn't just a trend, it's necessary for our well-being!
Omega-3s
are a form of essential fatty acids (EFAs), meaning they are a form of
fats that we must consume in the diet or via supplementation because the
body can't make them on its own.
Unfortunately,
despite the importance of adequate amounts of omega-3, most North
Americans are deficient in omega-3 and tend to over-consume omega-6
fatty acids, which are abundant in our diet. Although it is necessary to
consume both omega-3 and omega-6, we want to keep it in a balanced
ratio of approximately 4:1. However, North Americans are consuming
omega-6 and omega-3 in a ratio closer to 20:1. Such a high intake of
omega-6 may contribute to inflammation and will throw off the balance
between the two fatty acids.
Although
we will find omega-3 EFAs in sources such as walnuts, almonds, eggs and
avocados, the richest source of omega-3 comes from fish because fish is
extremely high in EPA and DHA, two crucial fatty acids. The problem is
that even consuming fish several times a week may not provide adequate
amounts and concerns about environmental toxins, such as mercury in
fish, mean many people limit their consumption.
The solution to this problem is supplementation with a good quality fish oil, such as Truestar's TrueOmega,
an enterically-coated, high-quality fish oil. Many fish oil capsules
are now enteric coated, preventing them from dissolving in the stomach.
This allows the fish oil to dissolve in the intestine, which may prevent
"repeating" of the fish oil. However, higher quality fish oil tends not
to have this same repeating effect.
Krill
oil supplementation has recently become a popular omega-3 source
supplement option. Krill are shrimp-like crustaceans that are a vital
part of the marine food chain. Omega-3 fish oil are generally sourced
from sardines and anchovies and krill oil has comparable amounts of EPA
and DHA, but there are concerns about the sustainability of krill and
many countries, including parts of the United States and Norway, are
banning krill fishing altogether.
The
dosage of fish oil varies based on age. Children, for example, are best
to supplement with a fish oil that has a higher DHA content, in the
range of 500 mg daily. This is to support neurological function and
development. TrueOmega
boasts this higher DHA: EPA content. Adults require a higher dosage,
generally with a higher ratio of EPA: DHA. Although the minimum dose is a
recommended 650 mg of a combination of EPA and DHA; generally, 1000 mg
will provide the desired health benefits. TrueBASICS for Men/Women or TrueBASICS A/O all contain 1000 mg of EFAs, with that higher amount of EPA in each individual sachet.
Below is a list of some of the key benefits that may be provided through fish oil supplementation:
EPA
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