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About Omega-3

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What Is Omega-3?
•  Why Do We Need Omega-3?
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Benefits of Omega-3
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Recommended Omega-3 Intake

What Is Omega-3?

Omega-3 refers to essential fatty acids required by our bodies for proper growth and functioning.

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Why Do We Need Omega-3?

Omega-3 functions as building blocks in all cell membranes. Omega-3 also produces prostaglandins, which are hormone-like substances necessary for energy metabolism and for cardiovascular and immune health.

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Benefits of Omega-3

•  Heart Disease
Lowers triglycerides in the blood, one of the risk factors for heart disease.

•  Cholesterol
Lower levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.

•  Blood pressure
Prevents and reduces high blood pressure.

•  Diabetes
Aids in the regulation of blood sugar levels.

•  Inflammatory Disease
Reduces the occurrence of inflammatory diseases like arthritis and migraine headaches.

•  Cancer
Inhibits tumour growth and lowers risk of cancer.

•  Skin related diseases
Assists in the healing of dry skin, eczema and psoriasis.

•  Nursing mothers and babies
Contributes to brain and retina development in babies.

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Recommended Omega-3 Intake

1-2 grams of Omega-3 is needed daily for general health.

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