July 14, 2010
Omega 3 - Why Its Good For You
The fatty acids of Omega-3, which are also called n-3 fatty acids, are chemical substances that naturally exist in some types of fats and oils. Since oils containing Omega-3 are among the most important sources of fatty acids, they are highly required for a normal growth. Furthermore, they involve a large number of many other benefits.
Some of the health benefits of Omega 3 oils are that they help reduce cholesterol, the risk of thrombotic stroke and heart disease, improve activity in the immune system, and lower blood pressure while blood circulation is being stimulated. Though there isn't any scientific evidence to back it up, Omega 3s have long been considered "brain food" and is sometimes associated with aiding in the treatment of schizophrenia.
Fish oil is the most popular source of Omega 3 oil. Other sources include eggs and walnuts. Fish from cold- water contains more omega 3 oil seven times more than the other types of fish. Cold-water fish rich in omega 3 oil include mackerel, sardines, anchovies, salmon and herring. Tuna also have omega 3 oils although to a lesser degree.
Since so many people are consuming omega 3 oils by eating fish, which has been well documented to be beneficial, the Food and Drug Administration has gotten involved. They are concerned about heavy metal poisoning from fish used to produce these oils. Cold-water fish can accumulate arsenic, lead, nickel, mercury and cadmium, which are dangerous heavy metals. It is very important that you know the source of your omega 3 oils.
A reduction in blood pressure and a consequent improvement in circulation of the blood is one of the many effects of Omega 3. This may explain the migraine relief effects of Omega 3 fish oil, since the pain experienced by headache sufferers is caused by dilation of blood vessels, which is triggered by reduced blood flow in the brain. Ingesting Omega 3 decreases the instances of this reduction in blood flow, thus providing effective migraine relief.
The increased circulation brought on by the intake of omega-3 oils also has other beneficial effects, particularly in the heart. Regular consumption of omega-3 oils reduces blood triglyceride levels, in turn reducing the risk of heart attack. In addition, omega-3 oils break down a compound known as fibrin which is involved in forming clots and scar tissue, reducing the risk of clotting that could lead to a stroke or infarction.
Some of the health benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids are that they help reduce cholesterol, improve activity in the immune system, and lower blood pressure. The oil of fish such as salmon, sardines and herring, are some of the main sources of these fatty acids. A reduction in blood pressure and a consequent improvement in circulation of the blood is one of the many effects of this fatty acid. This may explain the effects of fish oil in migraine relief, since the pain experienced by headache sufferers is caused by dilation of blood vessels, which is triggered by reduced blood flow in the brain.
- Michael Byrd

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