How to Best Absorb Omega 3
According to the DHA/EPA Omega-3 Institute at www.dhaomega3.org, Omega-3 fatty acids contribute to healthy neuron functioning in the brain and the eyes. Though there have been no official proclamations regarding the amount of Omega-3s that an individual should consume, ranges from 90mg up to 900mg have been recommended. Omega-3 fatty acids can be obtained from a variety of sources, and while rates of absorption are not greatly affected by the method or source, some tips can improve your absorption of Omega-3 fatty acids.
Instructions
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Eat fish. Cooking the fish will not reduce the amount of Omega-3 found in the food source.
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Take a supplement. Fish oil supplements tend to be the best sources, because they contain both eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids. This variety can lead to better absorption.
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Take your supplement with a meal. Slightly higher rates of absorption are demonstrated when an Omega-3 supplement is taken with food. However, there has been no documentation that the time of the day will affect the rate of absorption---as long as you take the supplement with food.
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Mix it up. Along with fish sources, flaxseed or canola oil and English walnuts are a good source of the variety of Omega-3 known as alpha-linolenic acid.
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Tips & Warnings
A previous study indicated that Omega-6 fatty acids might interfere with the absorption of Omega-3 fatty acids. However, there is no conclusive evidence to indicate that this is fact.
