5 Important Reasons Why You Need To Eat Omega-3 Fatty Acids Every Day

Last updated on 11 MAR 2019

Essential vitamins and minerals are nutrients that the human body depends on, yet is unable to produce—making them “essential”. Along with essential nutrients, there are also some essential fats. Omega 3 fatty acids are an integral part of your health.

Omega 3 fatty acids can be found in some vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans, legumes, grains, and fish. The amount of omega 3 fat that you should consume will depend on your age, sex, and existing health.

Why are these types of fat essential to your body? Here are 5 reasons why you need to eat omega 3 fatty acids every day.

1. You Need Fatty Acids to Protect Your Body

Fatty acids are needed to keep cell membranes healthy. They are responsible for making hormones that regulate blood clotting. Fatty acids bind to receptors in cells that are needed to regulate genetic function. By including more omega 3 fatty acids in your diet, you could protect your body from diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and even rheumatoid arthritis or eczema.

2. Improve Heart Health

One of the primary reasons to consume more omega 3 fatty acids is that it can help improve your heart health. These fats can help prevent erratic heart rhythm, lower blood pressure, and improve blood vessel function. There is also evidence to suggest that consuming large doses can help reduce inflammation and lower triglycerides.

3. Restore Fatty Acids Ratio

Most people consume more omega 6 fatty acids than omega 3 fatty acids. Consuming omega 6 fatty acids can still be good for your health, but when your ratio of omega 3 to omega 6 is severely off balance, your health could suffer. Consuming more foods that contain omega 3 fatty acids can help correct this balance.

4. Reduce Your Risk of Prostate Cancer

Several studies have looked at the benefits of omega 3 fatty acids for preventing prostate cancer. The results of the studies vary. When examining men that consumed more EPA and DHA fatty acids, researchers found a lower occurrence of prostate cancer.

Looking at men that consumed more ALA from supplements, researchers found an increased risk of cancer. The results are inconclusive, but they do suggest that it would be better to find natural sources of omega 3 fatty acids, such as nuts and fish.

5. Promote a Healthy Pregnancy

Research suggests that pregnant women can benefit from consuming more omega 3 fatty acids. During the third trimester and through the second year of your child’s life, they should be receiving a steady dose of omega 3 fatty acids to promote proper brain development.

These are just a few reasons why you should consume more omega 3 fatty acids. If you suspect that you are not receiving enough of these fats in your diet, start eating more fatty fish and other healthy sources of omega 3 fatty acids.

Some Excellent Sources of Omega 3 Fatty Acids

To get your daily requirement of omega 3, eat any of these foods daily.

Chia Seeds	Eggs	Flaxseeds
Avocado	Walnuts	Brussels Sprouts
Olives and Olive Oil	Cold Water Fatty Fish	Edamame

Sources:
www.alternet.org/food/17-science-based-benefits-omega-3-fatty-acids?akid=13740.1933337.L390rX&rd=1&src=newsletter1046797&t=30
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/omega-3-fats/
https://www.dietitians.ca/Your-Health/Nutrition-A-Z/Fat/Food-Sources-of-Omega-3-Fats.aspx

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