What is an Omega-3?
Omega-3s are fatty acids, which have been studied for their role in health and well-being. ALA is an essential omega-3 fatty acid, meaning that it must be included in the diet for optimal health. Common sources of ALA include soybeans, flaxseed and walnuts. DHA is another type of omega-3 nutrient and has been studied for its role in heart, brain and eye health. Silk Plus Omega-3 DHA contains both naturally occurring ALA and added DHA from a natural vegetarian source.
Omega-3’s are fatty acids which have been studied for their role in health and well-being. ALA is an essential omega-3 fatty acid; meaning that it must be included in the diet for optimal health. Common sources of ALA include soybeans, flaxseed, and walnuts. DHA is another type of omega-3 nutrient and has been studied for its role in heart, brain and eye health. Silk Plus Omega-3 DHA contains both naturally-occurring ALA, and added DHA from a natural vegetarian source.
“Omega-3” refers to a category of fatty acids which includes ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) among others. Omega-3 fatty acids have been studied for their role in overall health and well-being. ALA is an essential Omega-3 fatty acid meaning that your body cannot make this fatty acid on its own and so its important to get it from your diet. Common sources of ALA include soybeans, flaxseed, and walnuts. DHA is another type of omega-3 fatty acid that is also important in the diet. It has been studied for its role in supporting the normal development of the tissues in the brain, nervous system and retina (eyes). Silk Plus Omega-3 DHA contains both naturally occurring ALA, and added DHA from a natural vegetarian source. Back to top.
