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Omega 3 Fatty Acid Supplements
There are many different kinds of omega 3 fatty acid supplements. If you are considering taking one, here are ten things you need to know.
Omega 3 Fatty Acid Supplements with Fish Oil
- Fish oil supplements contain EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). They do not contain ALA (alpha-linolenic acid). Most omega 3 research to date has shown the benefits of EPA and DHA. ALA has been largely ignored, because our bodies convert it to EPA and DHA. New evidence suggests that ALA may have some benefits of its own, however.
- Fish oil is made from deep, cold water fish. These fish concentrate environmental toxins, such as heavy metals and pesticides, which are found in these waters, in their fat. Fish oil can, therefore, contain high levels of these toxins. Make sure to use purified, toxin-free and mercury-free fish oil supplements such as Pure EPA
- Fish liver oil also contains vitamins A and D. You can get too much vitamin A, so follow dosing directions carefully.
Omega 3 Fatty Acid Supplements with Flaxseed
- Flaxseed oil contains both omega 3 and omega 6 oils. The ratio of omega 6 to omega 3 oils in flaxseed is 2:1, which is a healthy ratio. Few people who eat western diets need supplemental omega 6 oils, however, as they get plenty of it.
- Flaxseed supplements do not contain EPA or DHA. They only contain ALA. Although our bodies do convert this to EPA or DHA, only a small percentage of the ALA is converted.
- Most of the research to date has been done on fish oil supplements, so not as much is known about the benefits of flaxseed and other botanical supplements.
- Botanical supplements, such as flaxseed, also contain newly discovered phytonutrients, such as lignens, which are also important to health.
Other Facts
- There is some evidence that a lack of vitamin E interferes with omega 3 absorption. Many manufacturers are adding vitamin E (or tocopherols) to their omega 3 supplements.
- Omega 3 oils, whether from fish, flaxseed or other sources are very perishable and should be refrigerated at all times. Supplements in capsule form and whole flaxseed have longer and do not have to be refrigerated.
- Pure EPA is the strongest, cleanest fish oil on the world market.
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