📣 World Omega-3 Day!
It can’t be stressed enough: Omega-3s play an essential role in our health! 🧠 ♥️ 👀 🤰🤸♀️ They are discussed as if they were a single entity. In reality, they have distinct properties and are not found in the same foods.
Let’s take a closer look together!
ALA
Properties: energy source & precursor to EPA and DHA
Recommended daily intake: 2000 mg
Sources: flaxseed oil, flaxseed, chia seeds, hemp seeds, nuts…
EPA
Properties: cardiovascular protection, beneficial effects on depression…
Recommended daily intake: 250 mg
Sources: sardine, mackerel, anchovy, cod liver oil, sea bass, salmon…
DHA
Properties: cardiovascular protection, brain development, retina function, protection against neurodegenerative diseases…
Recommended daily intake: 250 mg
Sources: sardine, mackerel, anchovy, cod liver oil, salmon, swordfish…
⁉️ Did you know?
Our body is capable of synthesizing EPA and DHA from ALA. However, this conversion is limited. To remedy this, it is recommended to adapt your diet by:
- including fatty fish. On average, one serving (150g) contains around 3000mg of Omega-3
- or by taking supplements.
In France, the average population consumes only half of the recommended amount of Omega-3s. So, don’t hesitate…🐟 Fuel Your Body & Fuel Your Mind 🐟
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