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What Is Omega-3?
Omega-3 is the term used by scientists to define one "family" of fatty acids. The omega-3 fatty acids are referred to as "essential fatty acids" because the body does not produce them. Instead, these essential fatty acids must be obtained from outside sources, either as food or through taking special supplements. Omega-3 is also referred to as a "good fat" for its health benefits, as opposed to the "bad fats" that create or aggravate health conditions through long-term consumption.
It is important to note that there are two types of sources for essential fatty acids, which are also known as lipids. Essential fatty acids have a structure that is typically described as a "chain." Long chain essential fatty acids have the advantage of being immediately available to the body. Short chain fatty acids must be converted to long-chain by the body before they can be utilized. OmegaPure is a direct source of these long chain essential fatty acids.
What Is OmegaPure?
OmegaPure is a refined oil that comes from the menhaden, a fish from the herring family. This is a wild fish species and is not genetically modified or genetically enhanced. The refining process removes the taste and odor of fish, resulting in a product that can be added to a variety of foods. Menhaden fish oil meets the requirements of the FDA GRAS regulation for use as a food ingredient. It is also kosher certified.
Why Is Long Chain Omega-3 Important To Good Health?
Research has indicated that long chain essential fatty acids play a vital role in maintaining good health. It is important to note that the research on omega-3's show a varying impact depending on the dosage and individual conditions. Many health benefits linked to omega-3's are still being studied.
Among the benefits supported by research to date are:
A Heart-Healthy Lifestyle - When combined with a low-fat, high-fiber diet, omega-3's may safely lower triglycerides without increasing LDL cholesterol. Relatively small amounts of Omega-3's have been shown to achieve a significant reduction in plasma triglycerides, which are a recognized risk factor for heart disease. Research also indicates that long chain omega-3's may help in lowering blood pressure, reducing arteriosclerosis, and preventing cardiac arrhythmia associated with sudden cardiac arrest.
Supportive but not conclusive research shows that consumption of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of heart disease and provide a variety of other health benefits.
Brain Function, Eye Function, and Mental Acuity - It is known that the omega-3's contained in breast milk play a vital role in the development of the human brain and retina. Current clinical trials are examining the importance of omega-3 on human cognition, vision and memory.
A bibliography of research studies and articles regarding the benefits of long chain omega-3's is available by contacting OmegaPure. Additional information is provided in the "Scientific Evidence" section of this kit.
How Can People Consume More Long Chain Omega-3?
Because many people do not eat enough of the proper kinds of fish to supply significant levels of long chain omega-3 fatty acids, there is considerable consumer interest in functional food products that supply their daily needs.
From the standpoint of encouraging human consumption of long chain omega-3's, OmegaPure has significant advantages. The refining process eliminates the odor and taste of fish, creating a product that can easily be added to a wide variety of food products or consumed as a supplement. This combination makes OmegaPure a superior source of long chain essential fatty acids.
How Much Long-Chain Omega-3 Do I Need?
Dietary standards for consumption of the "good fat" found in long chain omega-3 essential fatty acids are now being studied in the United States. An industry initiative is now encouraging the FDA to create recognized standards for long chain omega-3 consumption.
International Organizations such as the British Nutrition Foundation, Health & Welfare Canada, NATO and COMA suggest daily intakes of 0.5 - 2.0g per day of Omega-3 fatty acids. This would equate to 2 - 3 fish meals per week. OmegaPure is now available in capsules.
Long chain omega-3 fatty acids are the active "healthful" ingredient that leads groups such as the American Heart Association to recommend that Americans eat fish regularly.
Visit the National Institute of Health / Office of Dietary Supplements Web Site for more nutritional information on omega-3's. For viewing comparative information on various oils in the diet and how to better balance your diet, visit their Eicosanoids information page.
Which Food Products Can Contain OmegaPure?
OmegaPure has been approved by the FDA as a food ingredient in margarine, salad dressings, condiments, yogurt, ice cream, cheese, prepared meats, sauces, soups, crackers, cookies, cereals, bakery products and other categories. View our application chart for a list.
Where Can I Obtain OmegaPure Capsules?
OmegaPure can now be purchased from Omega Protein in capsules. Would you like more information?
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