Omega 3- The Wonder Fatty Acid!

It might be hard to digest that a fatty acid is extremely good and essential for our well- being. First let us understand that not all fatty acids lead to high cholesterol levels. There are some which can

• control heart attacks,
• cardiovascular related diseases,
• reduce cholesterol,
• decrease blood pressure
• decrease joint pain and arthritis
• decrease the risk of cancer
• enhance brain growth and development even in unborn babies( ofcourse when the expectant mothers consume this fatty acid)
• reduce the severity of Alzhiemer's disease.

These fatty acids are called OMEGA3 fatty acids, which has to be supplemented only through diet since our body cannot produce this.

Well, Well, you might be inquisitive to know more about the food stuffs that contain this miraculous fatty acid. I have listed some of the vegetarian and nonvegetarian sources for your benefit.

VEGETABLES WITH OMEGA 3:

• Dark, leafy greens include raw grape leaves,
• kale,
• spinach,
• mustard greens,
• endive and
• dandelion greens 

 

  

 

• Brightly colored vegetables, such as red, yellow, green and/or orange sweet peppers,
• broccoli,
• carrots,
• tomatoes (particularly high in the antioxidant lycopene),
• red and/or green hot chile peppers,
•  pumpkin,
• squashes,
• shallots and
• sweet potatoes are other rich sources.

Spices with OMEGA 3:

• paprika,
• chili powder,
• cayenne pepper,
• ginger,
• oregano,
• ground cloves,
•  curry powder,
• basil,
• marjoram,
• sage,
• thyme and
• mustard seeds.

FRUITS WITH OMEGA 3:

• citrus (oranges, grapefruit, lemons, tangerines and limes),
• cantaloupe,
• apricots
• mangoes
• kiwis,
• papayas,
• avocados
• and berries.

 

Included in the nutrient-rich berry family are raspberries, strawberries, loganberries, cranberries, blueberries and blackberries.

 

Seeds and Nuts: 

sunflower seed kernels, butter nuts, pecans, pistachios, almonds, flax seeds, hazelnuts (also known as filberts), hazelnuts, pine nuts and walnuts

Fish:  

salmon, albacore tuna, herring, mackerel, anchovies, trout and sardines

Animal Sources:

beef, lamb, veal, pork, goose, turkey and chicken.

 

Hey folks, where are you leaving, Oh! to buy food stuff containing Omega 3? Good luck!

 

 

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