Omega-3 Fatty Acids also called omega-3 oil they play an important role in human physiology and diet.
Three type of Omega-3
1– Alpha-LInolenic acid (ALA) Fund in plant oils edible seeds (walnuts, Flaxseed, Hemp….).
2- Ecosapentaenoic Acid in marine oils ( fish, Krill, Eggs and certain Algae).
3- Docosahexaaenoic Acid in marine oils ( fish, Krill, Eggs and certain Algae) .
Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty acid
1- May Prevent Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD) by inhibiting the production of Apoprotein (a) (Apo (a)).
2- May Prevent High blood pressure
3- May Prevent Atherosclerosis
4- May Prevent Heart Attack
5- May Prevent Strok
6- reduce the Inflammation associated with Colitis
7- May Prevent Crohn’s Disease
8- Prevent Gallstones
9- may help to prevent Age- Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
10- may help to prevent and treat Autoimmune Disease
11- may help to prevent Fatty Liver
12- may lower elevated serum Triglycerides levels.
13- May lower elevated Homocysteine
Fish high in Omega-3 Fatty Acid
1- King Salmon
2- Mackerel
3- Herring
4- Sardines
5- Trout
6- Tuna
Fish Oils may Counteract Potentially Toxic effects of:
1- May inhibit the excessive production of Cytokines (Interleukin 1, Interleukin 6, and Tumor Necrosis Factor).
2- May reduce Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK) levels in persons who undertake intensive exercise.
3- May inhibit the ability of (mental) stress to increase Cortiso levels.
4- May help to reduce the toxic side effects of Anti Cancer Medicinal Drug.
5- May lower C-Reactive Protein levels.
6- May lower the body’s production of Archidonic acid.
7- may lower elevated Fibrinogen levels.
8- May help to prevent Alcoholl-induced Fatty Liver.
9- may lower elevated serum Triglycerides and increase HDL levels in tobacco smokers.
Toxic Effects of Fish Oils
1- May cause Diarrhea in some people.
2- May cause temporary Gastrointestinal discomfort in some people.
3- May increaseLDL Cholesterol levels (12grams /day) that may cause the depletion of Vitamin E.
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