Post by Admin on Jan 30, 2014 8:49:26 GMT
Perhaps you have heard about the benefits of Omega-3 before. However, have you ever wondered what kind of benefits they are?
Two types of polyunsaturated fats are broken down by scientists into omega 3- and omega 6-essential fatty acids (EFAs). It is crucial to include these acids, found in every cell in the body, in our diet because the body itself cannot produce them. "Omega-3s and omega-6s have very important roles in maintaining cells," says Louise Sutton, a dietician at Leeds Metropolitan University. "Some are needed for the synthesis of prostaglandins, which help regulate blood clotting, body temperature, blood pressure, reproduction and immune function."
Good sources of omega-3s are rapeseed, evening primrose and walnut oils, although the richest supply are fish oils. Also good are fresh seeds, especially hemp, pumpkin and sunflower, wholemeal bread, and wholegrain breakfast cereals (Shredded Wheat, Weetabix and oat flakes).
Continue learning at:
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2006/feb/11/healthandwellbeing.health
Two types of polyunsaturated fats are broken down by scientists into omega 3- and omega 6-essential fatty acids (EFAs). It is crucial to include these acids, found in every cell in the body, in our diet because the body itself cannot produce them. "Omega-3s and omega-6s have very important roles in maintaining cells," says Louise Sutton, a dietician at Leeds Metropolitan University. "Some are needed for the synthesis of prostaglandins, which help regulate blood clotting, body temperature, blood pressure, reproduction and immune function."
Good sources of omega-3s are rapeseed, evening primrose and walnut oils, although the richest supply are fish oils. Also good are fresh seeds, especially hemp, pumpkin and sunflower, wholemeal bread, and wholegrain breakfast cereals (Shredded Wheat, Weetabix and oat flakes).
Continue learning at:
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2006/feb/11/healthandwellbeing.health