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Omega 3 Weight Metabolism
Omega 3 oils may have a role to play in weight management for people with metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a complex of conditions that includes high blood pressure, abdominal obesity, hyperlipidemia and insulin resistance. These individuals have a very difficult time losing weight.
Even though the weight loss equation remains the same for all of us (calories in < calories out=weight loss, calories in >calories out=weight gain), differences in metabolism catalyze that equation. Some people burn more of the calories they consume, and some people can eat the same number of calories and do the same activities, and burn fewer calories. People with metabolic syndrome fall into the latter category.
Metabolic syndrome involves abnormalities in the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats. Omega 3 oils may improve metabolism of both nutrients, which means that omega 3 weight metabolism management may help those with metabolic syndrome.
Omega 3 oils improve insulin resistance by making cell walls more flexible and permeable to insulin. This improves carbohydrate metabolism. Omega 3 oils also lower total blood cholesterol, dangerous LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. They raise helpful HDL levels.
Because omega 3 oils help with carbohydrate and fat metabolism, they may make it easier for those with metabolic syndrome to lose weight. When the cells burn nutrients more efficiently, less fat is stored, and it is easier to lose weight. With omega 3 weight metabolism management, people with metabolic syndrome could have a metabolic profile similar to “normal” people.
Diet and exercise are still needed for these individuals to lose weight, but the addition of omega 3 supplements makes traditional techniques more effective. Instead of needing a very low calorie diet and increased exercise to lose weight, they may be able to eat a more sustainable low calorie diet. In addition, instead of losing ½ pound per week, the individual may be able to lose 1-2 pounds per week.
Not only does omega 3 weight metabolism management make it easier for people with metabolic syndrome to lose weight, but it is an encouragement to them, too. It is very discouraging to work hard at weight loss and have disappointing results, which is why people with metabolic syndrome tend to be noncompliant with weight loss. Omega 3 supplements could make a striking difference for these people.
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