Benefits of Omega 3 Fish Oil

We all have seen the commercials touting omega 3 fish oil as the next best thing for the heart. Fish and fish oil are the best sources of ocosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) which are good types of fat.  However, our bodies cannot manufacture these fatty acids, which means, that we must get our required amount from the diet.



Proven to be completely safe, omega 3 fish oil does come with numerous benefits. It is also recommended by fitness trainers to be taken by their clients to help them build muscle, lose fat and improve their fitness condition.

The following are just some of the health benefits of omega 3 fish oil fatty acids:

• Reduces the risk of heart attacks by lowering triglyceride levels
  
• Reduces the risk for abnormal heart rhythms
  
• Reduces the risk of strokes
  
• Slows down the buildup of atherosclerotic plaques
  
• Lowers blood pressure
  
• Reduces the stiffness and joint tenderness in rheumatoid arthritis
  
• Aids the body in building muscle and losing fat
  
• Improves concentration
  
• Help slow down tumor growth in cancer patients
  
• Useful in the management of cases of asthma, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, eczema, lupus, psoriasis, and colitis
  

Where to Find Omega 3 Fish Oil

Omega 3 fish oil can be obtained from fish. In order to acquire the needed amount, one must consume a large number of fish, which unfortunately comes with the risk of consuming large amounts of the toxins present in fish such as methylmercury. You can find this oil in any kind of fish, but the fatty acid is found in larger amounts in fatty fish like mackerel, salmon, herring, and salmon. The American Heart Association recommends that these kinds of fish be included in your weekly meal plan at least twice a week.

A more convenient choice is by taking supplements containing omega 3 fish oil. Another alternative would be the omega 3 amino acids that are found in flaxseed oil or linseed oil. Enzymes in the body can readily convert the linoleic acid found in flaxseed oil into EPA and DHA. You can find these at leading supermarkets in your area.