The healthful benefits of
a diet rich in Omega-3.
Nutritionists and health professionals recommend a diet rich in omega-3
for the many benefits it provides for cardiovascular health and brain
development and function. Recent research indicates that omega-3's
may also positively influence the function and healthfulness of the body in
areas as far reaching as inflammatory conditions, eyesight, pregnancy,
depression and overall mental well-being. It is increasingly clear that
adding omega-3 to your diet can help keep you physically and mentally
vital throughout your different life stages.
Provided below are answers to some common questions about omega-3:
What are omega-3's?
Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats. Polyunsaturated fats are
necessary for proper brain growth and development. Omega-3 fatty acids
are found in fatty fish, oils, nuts and eggs. There are three types of
omega-3 fatty acids that are ingested in foods and used by the body -
ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), EPA (elcosapentaenoic acid) and DHA
(docosahexaeroic acid). Once eaten, ALA is converted into EPA and
DHA and then used by the body.
How many servings or what amount of omega-3 do I need
in my diet?
Recommendations supported by the US Food & Drug Administration call for
the daily intake of 160 mg of omega-3 EPA and DHA.
How can I incorporate omega-3 into my diet?
Eating more fish is the easiest way to add more omega-3 to your diet.
Because purchasing fish can be expensive and preparing it time
consuming and difficult, Crab Classic from Trans-Ocean is a great-tasting
and economical product that you might consider. One 3 oz. serving provides
100 mg of omega-3, which is 60% of the recommended daily intake. Crab
Classic is fully cooked with a delicious, mild seafood flavor.
What kind of fish is used to make Crab Classic and is it high in omega-3?
Crab Classic is a blend of Alaska Pollock and king crab meat. The product is
enriched with purified, refined fish oil which adds beneficial amounts of EPA
and DHA Omega-3 to every serving.
Where can I find more information about Omega-3?
More information about omega-3 is available at the American Heart Association
web site, which you access here: http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4632
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