Power of Omega-3 fatty acids
OMEGA-3 fatty acids are important to human health. It is termed as essential fatty acids (EFAS) as our body is not able to produce it. Key omega-3 includes Eicosapentaeonic acid (EPA) and Docosahexanoic acid (DHA), both found primarily in deep sea cold-water fish such as tuna, salmon, mackerel and cod.
Another third omega-3, called Apha-linolenic acid (ALA), is found primarily in dark green leafy vegetables, flaxseed oils and certain vegetable oils. Benefits of Omega-3 include: Improve heart health Manage hypertension Support rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and other auto-immune conditions
Manage depression and symptoms of other mental health problems.
Reduce the risk of cancer and cancer support
The American Health Association recommends that we eat tuna or salmon twice a week.
Symptoms of omega-3 fatty acid deficiency include fatigue, poor memory, dry skin, heart problems, mood swings or depression and poor circulation.
Our cell membranes are made of fats.
If we do not consume sufficient amount of Omega-3, our body will use bad fats to construct cell membranes.
This will result in less elasticity, a situation that has negative effect on the heart because it makes it harder to return to a resting state.
How to choose Omega-3 supplements?
Not all fish oil is created equal in terms of quality and purity. It is important to choose the good ones to provide the benefits that you want.
Below are points to take note when choosing the right supplement:
Get it from a reputable and trusted brand with a long history. This ensures that necessary checking is done from the raw material to the end product.
Amount of EPA and DHA. The lower amount is for maintenance purposes whereas the higher amount can reduce the risk of health issues.
Purity tested — molecular distilled. Ensure that the fish oil is tested for purity. One of the processes used is molecular distillation. It removes all the toxins from the oil, ensuring safety for human consumption.
Consuming the best quality Omega-3 supplements will help your heart health, brain health, joints, eyes and even your skin.
* This article is contributed by GNC Live Well, Malaysia, which authorised franchisee is ONI Global Malaysia Sdn Bhd. About GNC Live Well Founded in 1935, GNC began as a single health food store in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Today, there are over 7,000 retail locations around the world.
GNC sets the standard in the nutritional supplement industry by demanding truth in labeling, ingredient safety and product potency, all while remaining on the cuttingedge of nutritional science. GNC is the world’s largest company of its kind devoted to helping its customers improve the quality of their lives.
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About ONI Global Malaysia Sdn Bhd
ONI Global Malaysia Sdn Bhd (formerly known as Victoria House Sdn Bhd) is a subsidiary of ONI Global Pte Ltd (previously known as Global Active Limited). Headquartered in Singapore, ONI Global Pte Ltd is Asia’s largest specialty retailer of vitamins, minerals, herbal and other specialty supplements and sports nutrition, diet and energy products. The company is the sole franchisee of GNC in Singapore, Australia and Malaysia, owns the Richlife franchise in China, and operates about 300 retail stores spanning these countries.
The company also distributes products to over five international markets and also offers product purchase and product information online at www.gnclivewell.com.my and www.gnc.com.sg