Omega-3
Essential healthy fatty acid
Omega-3 is often referred to as healthy fats because it is thought to play an essential role in the development of brain, nervous system and retinas of the eyes.
Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of fat our body cannot make on its own. They are an essential fat, which plays important role in our body. We can get the omega-3 fatty acids from the foods we eat or the supplements we take. They usually can be found in foods including oily fish like salmon. They have many powerful health benefits for our body and brain.
There are two kinds of omega-3 fatty acids from fish; Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and omega-3 from plants is called Alpha-linolenic(ALA).
Benefits of Omega-3
Eye Health
DHA, a type of Omega-3, can improve eye health as it is a major structural component of the retina of eye.
Brain Health
Omega-3 can promote brain health during pregnancy and early life since omega-3s are crucial for brain growth and development in infants.
Heart Health
Omega-3 can improve risk factors for heart disease such as heart attack and stroke since omega-3 can reduce blood pressure levels and inflammation and also can raise good HDL cholesterol levels.
Anti-inflammation
Inflammation is a natural response to infections and damage in human body, but Omega-3s can fight inflammation.
Good-looking Skin
Omega-3 has some good benefits for skin such as hydration, anti-aging, reducing the risk of acne.
