Why Is Omega 3 Healthy?
Omega 3 is an essential fatty acid, one of the essential nutrients that the body needs for proper functioning. This fatty acid has a number of nutritional benefits that make it healthy for us.
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Anti-inflammatory
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Research shows that omega 3 has anti-inflammatory properties and helps to prevent rheumatoid arthritis as well as relieve the symptoms of this condition. (See Resource 1 below.)
Anti-carcinogenic
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Omega 3 has been proven to provide protection from colon cancer, by blocking the harmful action of a chemical compound called protein kinase C beta II (PKCbII). (See Resource 2 below.)
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Diabetes
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Omega 3 helps diabetics manage their condition by helping to lower apoproteins and triglycerides, which are markers of diabetes, while raising HDL.
Cardiovascular Health
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Omega 3 fatty acids help to lower the risk factors for cardiovascular disease such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels.
Fetal Health
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Omega 3 plays a critical role in normal growth and development, particularly for a fetus. A fetus that suffers from a deficiency of omega 3 over the course of the pregnancy is at risk of developing learning deficiencies, nerve problems and poor eyesight.
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