Omega 3 Anti Aging Benefits and Foods

   The body doesn’t have the ability to manufacture essential omega 3 fatty acids (also known as polyunsaturated fatty acids – PUFA), so they must be obtained from the foods you eat. Omega 3 fatty acids are necessary for the body to carry out its proper functions and are also crucial for brain function.
   Our body’s cells become thin and less able to stick together as we age, causing our skin to become dry and saggy. Omega 3 fatty acids help the body’s outer layer (epidermis) to retain moisture and to repair itself when needed.

More Health Benefits

Besides the benefits to the skin, omega 3 helps:

• Reduce the risk of heart disease and other diseases such as arthritis, diabetes and cancer.

• These powerful omega 3 fatty acids also reduce inflammation in the body and prevent sun damage of the skin.

Omega 3 Rich Foods

   Omega 3 fatty acids can be found in salmon, sardines and a few plant foods such as seeds and nuts. High-quality beef also contains a fair amount of omega 3.
   As consumers have begun to realize the importance of omega 3 fatty acids in their diets, food producers are touting the benefits of the omega 3 content in their products. You’ll find that omega 3 may be artificially added to some processed foods such as cereal, peanut butter, baby formula and others.
   Keep in mind that it’s best to get your vitamins – including omega 3 -- from natural sources of food, including seafood. But, while it isn’t as ideal, you can choose some foods fortified with omega 3 to be sure you’re getting your daily intake.
   Some fruit juices, eggs, yogurt, weight loss drinks and pasteurized dairy products are fortified with this essential vitamin. Also, some omega 3s are now being added to animal feed so you’ll get even higher levels in your dairy, poultry and meat products.
   If your diet, fortified or otherwise, is lacking in this all-important nutrient, you can take supplements to be sure you’re getting the recommended 4,000 milligrams per day.
Studies show that some of the healthiest populations on earth live in areas where foods containing omega 3 fatty acids are abundant.
The Mediterranean population (Spain, Greece, Turkey, France and Italy) is considered to be one of the healthiest and happiest populations on earth – there are many dietary reasons, but one more is because of the omega 3 rich foods they consume.

If You Don’t Get Enough

If you are not getting enough omega 3 fatty acids in your diet it means you run the risk of contracting many of the maladies which affect us in our elder years including high blood pressure, buildup of cholesterol in the blood vessels, bone and joint pain, lack of concentration and learning ability and a less than adequate immune system.

Feel better, improve your appearance and keep aging at bay by taking steps to include adequate omega 3 in your diet plan.

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