Have you ever wondered why are Omega 3s Important?
Omega 3’s are essential fatty acids that our body needs to produce healthy and normal cells. They are the building blocks necessary to make brain tissue, nerve cells, and blood vessels. Without them, our bodies do the best they can with lesser quality building blocks. They create poorly functioning cells and building materials, which lead to inflammation, pain, and reduced brain and nervous system health.
How do you know if you are getting enough Omega 3’s? There are a few common signs of Omega 3 deficiency:
- Issues with skin, hair and nails (e.g. brittle nails, thinning hair and rashes/acne)
- Joint pain and stiffness
- Fatigue and trouble sleeping
- Mental fogginess and/or depression
- Difficult menstrual cycles
- Maintains joint, eye, cardiovascular & brain health
- Supplies building blocks for nerve tissue, brain tissue and blood vessels
- Critical for proper immune system and central nervous system function
- Reduces inflammation
- Reduces pain
- Critical for children, infants, & nursing moms
- Affects how well your cells can signal & communicate
- Affects cell membrane fluidity, flexibility, & permeability
The best way to nourish your body with Omega 3s is to eat the foods in which it naturally occurs, such as fatty fish, chia seeds, flaxseeds and walnuts. Though because of changes in agriculture overall alongside the carbohydrate-heavy modern American diet, it’s nearly impossible to get the appropriate balance of Omega 3s through food alone. At Platinum Chiropractic, we have already done the research and found the highest quality Omega 3 supplement. Pick one up on your next visit to reduce your pain level and give your body the essential building blocks it needs to get and stay healthy.
Since getting the appropriate ratios of Omega 3s has been more difficult due to quality of food, we always recommend supplementing Omega 3s. We carry the highest quality supplements in our office and also offer a vegan option as well. Come pick up your Omega 3s at your next visit!