May 31, 2008
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Thie article explains why there is such a critical need for most people to supplement with omega-3 fatty acids, and the health consequences of omega-3 deficiency.
More and more it is becoming apparent how important omega-3 fatty acids are to health. But is it really necessary to supplement?
First you have to understand that supplementing with Omega-3 fatty acids does not give you “extra” of these beneficial fats. In fact, most supplementation recommendations probably give most people the minimum they need to balance the other fats in their diets. Studies of different indigenous societies (with low rates of chronic diseases like arthritis and heart disease) typically consume omega-6 and omega-3 fats in about a 1:1 or 2:1 ratio:1 to 2:1. Currently in the United States, that ratio ranges from 20:1 to more than 30:1!
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May 06, 2008
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Now that we’ve covered the importance of Essential Fatty Acids in the Vegan diet, and the difference between the different types of fats, let’s round this discussion out by focusing on the healthy Essential Fatty Acids.
They’re called the Omegas, specifically Omega 3 and Omega 6.
Why should you care about these important fats? As you learned earlier, Essential Fatty Acids nourish your skin, hair, and nails. They also help to strengthen the immune system. And if that’s not enough, they also prevent the growth of bacteria and viruses, which will not thrive in the presence of these oxygen-holding fats. Eating Essential Fatty Acids also helps to increase the rate at which the body burns fat, bringing your body to its natural weight. In fact, there are so many wonderful benefits to eating the right fats that it’s hard to narrow it down for our purposes here!
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