Omega-3 Fatty Acids is a Polyunsaturated Fat that is manufactured in the body and derived from linoleic acid.
NOTE: EPA and DHA are both omega-3 fatty acids as well as alpha linoleic acid. So there are three types of Omega-3's.
A main source of DHA and EPA is fatty, cold water fish such as tuna, trout, mackerel, sardines, cod, and the all popular salmon. Alpha linoleic acid can be found in certain vegetable oils (canola, flaxseed, or soybean), nuts, seeds and other soy products. DHA and EPA are the best when it comes to heart health protection.
It has been determined through research that omega-3 fatty acids can help lower cholesterol together with a heart healthy low saturated fat diet. As a result, it reduces your risk of heart disease.
Tip: Flaxseed oil is very high in omega-3. However, the seed should be ground up for optimal benefit. The body does not digest the fat in whole flaxseeds which defeats the purpose. Also, for optimal results, it is best to eat fatty fish two times weekly (4 ounce servings).
Fish oil supplements should provide 1 gram of omega-3 fatty acids from EPA and DHA combined.
Remember: Eat Well, Be FIT~1FITrd
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