Are you getting
enough omega-3s?
A healthy body needs a mix of nutrients including proteins, carbohydrates and fats - yes
fats! Fats are a major macronutrient and they provide a concentrated source of energy
plus, they help the body to absorb nutrients such...
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Are you getting
enough omega-3s?
A healthy body needs a mix of nutrients including proteins, carbohydrates and fats - yes
fats! Fats are a major macronutrient and they provide a concentrated source of energy
plus, they help the body to absorb nutrients such as fat-soluble vitamins and some
antioxidants.
The trouble is that most of us consume too much fat in general.
Also,the
vast majority don t get enough of one fat in particular - the omega-3s.
Are you getting
your fats right?
Fats are grouped according to their chemical makeup and each type of fat affects the
body differently.
Most of us need to cut down on our total fat intake and especially avoid
foods that are high in saturates.
Moreabout omega-6 fats
Omega-6 (and omega-3) fats play a crucial role in heart and brain function and in normal
growth and development.
Vegetable oils such as sunflower, safflower, and corn oil, meat, eggs and dairy are major
contributors of omega-6s.
Most of us get plenty of omega-6s but not enough
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