what are omega 3 fats anyway?
Omega 3 fatty acids belong to the group of essential fats, which means they cannot be produced by the body and have to be provided from external sources. There are actually 3 important types of omega 3 fats: * Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) * Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) * Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) ALA can be obtained from the following sources: Flaxseed oil, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, green leafy vegetables and others. The richest source of EPA and DHA is fatty fish, such as salmon, mackerel, herring and sardines. The body converts ALA into EPA and DHA. However, older people and people suffering from diabetes or schizophrenia may lack the ability to convert ALA into EPA and DHA. In these cases it’s more advisable to obtain omega 3 fatty acids from sources that are rich in EPA and DHA. As I already mentioned, the best source of EPA and DHA is fatty fish, but you can also take omega 3 fish oil supplements if you don’t like the taste of fish or if you need increased amounts of omega 3 fatty aci
