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Joe Maldonado
Copyright (c) 2011 Joe Maldonado In recent days there have been even more people becoming interested in getting the health benefits from essential Omega 3 fatty acids. As a matter of fact, in America these are the most commonly purchased supplements on the market, being immediately followed up by multivitamins. There are numerous health benefits that can be experienced from regularly taking these supplements, and there is no shortage of scientific evidence to provide proof of this. The most prominent health organizations out there support this as well, including the American Heart Association. This has led many to become curious as to how they would benefit from taking such supplements. There are two main types of fatty acids, one being n-3 and the other being n-6. Neither one of these can be manufactured by the human body. When it comes to bodily functions, both fatty acids are on opposite sides of the spectrum. The n-6 variety is responsible for the production of hormones which support inflammation as an immunity response, as well as the way that the blood clots. However, they can have a negative effect on the body when they continue to produce such hormones at times when it is not necessary. For this reason, it is essential to maintain the proper balance between Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids. We generally get plenty of the n-6 variety through our diet. As a matter of fact, most processed foods are manufactured with oils containing n-6. Due to the fact that our society has become greatly dependent upon processed foods on a daily basis, most people have too much n-6 in their system and not enough of the n-3 variety. This imbalance has been shown to be connected to a great deal of today's most common ailments. For this reason, most doctors suggest a reduction in the intake of n-6 fatty acids, along with an increase in the fatty acids containing n-3. Unfortunately, some of the fish that are the best sources of the essential fatty acids are the same fish that come from contaminated waters. For this reason we must be careful to avoid excessive consumption of toxins such as mercury and lead. This is why it is recommended that this type of fish only be consumed a couple times weekly. Even though pregnant women need these fish oils more than anyone, they must be cautious of what fresh fish they consume, since there may be high levels of impurities present in their bodies. This is why many doctors will advise pregnant women to begin taking fish oil supplements containing these essential fatty acids. Cardiovascular health and cholesterol levels can be maintained through these supplements as well and those with particularly high stress levels can experience a significant reduction in their blood pressure. In addition, joint health may also be supported this way because these fatty acids have a certain anti-inflammatory effect that has successfully relieved a great deal of pain in those who suffer from conditions related to inflammation. It has become apparent that nearly everyone would benefit from taking Omega 3 fish oil supplements, no matter what their age or health condition may be.
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