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Why you should consider omega-3 supplementation

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Omega-3s are amongst the healthiest supplements you can take. Our bodies need these essential nutrients for everything from maintaining a healthy heart to controlling inflammation and helping to reduce cholesterol and high triglyceride levels.

Did you know that 9 in 10 Americans are aware of omega-3s and their benefits to health? Still, only 1 in 10 have a level high enough to get these benefits. 


It is possible to get enough omega-3 fatty acids from eating a combination of fatty fish (e.g. salmon and mackerel), walnuts, egg yolks and seeds. However, chances are you're not getting enough omega-3s in your diet

 

Why you should consider supplementation

  • Fish is not for everyone. 20% of Americans do not eat fish at all and 60% eat only non-fatty fish, or white fish (low in omega-3s). That leaves only 20% who consume fatty, or oily fish. Where do you fit in?
  • Lack of cooking knowledge. Preparing fish tends to be a little bit more complicated than other meats. Therefore, those who are less adventurous in the kitchen tend to avoid preparing it. Supplements are an easy alternative!
  • Peace of mind. You know that you’re getting enough and you don’t need to worry about how many walnuts or fish you’ve eaten this week and whether they contained enough omega-3s. Taking a supplement is a smart decision in absence of, or in addition to, dietary intake.
  • Low omega-3 intakes are one of the top 10 preventable causes of death in the USA. This is a bold statement, yet researchers from Harvard University found that low omega-3 fatty acid intakes were attributed to about 84,000 deaths in the US in 2005. These deaths are entirely preventable by consuming enough omega-3s.

What are the best types of omega-3 supplements?

There are many reasons to decide to take supplementation of omega-3s in addition to what you consume in your diet. With a multitude of sources of omega-3 supplements on the market it is important to choose the source that suits your needs.

Getting your omega-3s from marine sources is the best way to raise your omega-3 levels because they are full of EPA & DHA.


Here are a few of the best examples of omega-3 sources and their benefits.

Krill oil, more than just omega-3s 

Krill oil is a powerful omega-3 supplement delivering omega-3 fatty acids EPA & DHA. Research has shown that krill oil is absorbed faster, taken up directly by the cells and incorporated into our cell membranes due to the phospholipid advantage. Krill oil is a multi-faceted ingredient as it delivers, in addition to omega-3s, choline and the potent antioxidant astaxanthin.

Find out more about Superba Krill and its unique benefits

 

Fish oil, a well known supplement

Fish oil is a common omega-3 supplement on the market and varies widely in strength, concentration and quality. Fish oil is a good source of omega-3s, but be sure to do your research carefully in order to find a reputable, quality source.

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