Tuesday, November 5, 2013

You Might Have Heard About The Nutritional Benefits Of Omega 3, 6 And 9.

By Tommie Locke


When a scientific topic is complex it is easy for incomplete information to be conveyed to the public.

Omega 3, 6, 9 are Essential fatty acids that cannot be synthesized by our body and we need to rely on our diet and omega supplements to get them.

The advice to consume foods and supplements that contain Omega 3's, and shun those that contain Omega 6's has been based on misinformation.

Omega 6 fatty acids are also known as n-6 and w-6. These refer to a group of polyunsaturated fats that have more than one double bond. Omega 6 fats consist of Linolenic acids, Gamma-Linolenic acid, Dihomogamma Linolenic and Arachidonic acid. Omega 9 is a family of polyunsaturated fatty acids that are classified by their chemical structure. Omega 9 includes two fatty acids called Stearic acid and Oleic acid.

However, omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids cannot be synthesized by our bodies and we need to depend on our diets to obtain them.

The richest dietary sources of the essential fatty acids or omega 3 and 6 oil are nuts, fatty fish, seeds and whole grain. The sources of omega 6 fatty acids are in abundance but omega 3 sources are limited.

Later, in the 1960's they discovered that serious symptoms of deficiency arose when these unique oils were not consumed in the diet.

Omega 3 fatty acids play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy heart and nervous system. They lower the triglycerides in the blood and increase the HDL cholesterol in the blood.

This prevents against coronary heart diseases, strokes and hypertension. DHA fatty acid is known to increase the I.Q. and cognitive abilities in children.

The essential fats have a unique structure, which allows them to perform specific functions within the cell membrane, whereas saturated and damaged fats cannot perform the same tasks.

Membranes are the working surfaces of all our cells, so if they are deficient in the right kinds of essential fats, they will be unable to function properly, and nutrients will be unable to get into the cells and toxins will be unable to leave.

Doctors advise consumption of Omega 6 for healing skin problems such as eczema & psoriasis. They also clear acne and clogged pores. Omega 6 fatty acids inhibit nerve deterioration in diabetics. They help in maintaining hormonal balance and a healthy emotional state.

The tiny components that reside inside our cells also need these essential fats to work properly, especially the mitochondria, which is the energy-generator of the cell.

So, these essential fats are required in every single cell, otherwise your health will be compromised.

With the rising levels of mercury in ocean waters, it is no longer safe to eat large quantities of fish regularly. This is the main reason why doctors suggest consuming molecularly distilled fish oils that are free of all toxins such as mercury, metals etc.

On top of that, 95% of people are seriously deficient in the Omega 3's, whereas they do still get Omega 6's, (even though most of them are damaged) so the ratio has to favour Omega 3. This ratio has been shown to be effective in most health conditions, where essential fats are deficient, or being taken in the wrong ratio.




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