2007-03-12 23:20:00 · 7 answers · asked by Madalyn. 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
here's a link to more info than you may want; I was surprised myself to learn about Omega-6...
Fish oils and plant oils are the primary dietary source of omega-3 fatty acids. Another potential source of omega-3 fatty acids is New Zealand green lipped mussels (Perna canaliculus),used for centuries by the Maories to promote good health. EPA and DHA are found in cold-water fish such as salmon, mackerel, halibut, sardines, and herring. ALA is found in flaxseeds, flaxseed oil, canola (rapeseed) oil, soybeans, soybean oil, pumpkin seeds, pumpkin seed oil, purslane, perilla seed oil, walnuts, and walnut oil.
In addition to the dietary sources described, EPA and DHA can be taken in the form of fish oil capsules. Flaxseed, flaxseed oil, and fish oil should be kept refrigerated. Whole flaxseeds must be ground within 24 hours of use, otherwise the ingredients lose their activity. Flaxseeds are also available in ground form in a special mylar package so that the components in the flaxseeds stay active.
Be sure to buy omega-3 fatty acid supplements made by established companies who certify that their products are free of heavy metals such as mercury.
2007-03-12 23:34:29 · answer #1 · answered by cryllie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, flaxseed which can be found in some pitas/breads/cereals and I believe avacodos are omega-3 foods. Smart Balance butter and oil is now available that has a balance of Omega-3 and Omega-6 ratio that is very efficient and required by the heart.
You can also buy omega-3 pills/oil that are not fish oil but actually the seaweed/algae that fish consume. It is what the fish eat to get there omega-3. You also have the added bonus of not eating fish with the biomagnification of toxins. Happy Health!
2007-03-13 06:34:06 · answer #2 · answered by my2boys 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Both krill and algae are promising alternative sources for omega-3s. While most fish oil supplements have not been found to contain pollutants, krill and algae may pose less risk of contamination than traditional fish oil supplements.
Aside from the issue of contaminants, these alternative omega-3 sources each offer their own advantages. In addition to being a rich source of DHA and EPA, krill oil provides astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant. It also provides unique forms of other antioxidants, including tocopherols and the flavonoid luteolin. Algae, on the other hand, provides the most concentrated source of DHA and is grown under controlled conditions, greatly reducing if not eliminating the risk of contamination. As an added bonus for vegetarians, DHA supplements made from algae are currently the only nonanimal source of DHA available.
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2007-03-13 06:35:49 · answer #3 · answered by dhaarvi2002 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids include whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, fish, olive oil, garlic, as well as moderate wine consumption. But fish remains top on the list. Flax seeds also are high in omega 3 fatty acids....
2007-03-13 06:32:08 · answer #4 · answered by Vidhi 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure you can. You can get Omega-3 from nuts, flax seed, soybean oils however fish remains the number one source, particularly salmon, mackerel and tune.
2007-03-13 06:27:43 · answer #5 · answered by monique8p 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
flax seeds are your best bet for omega-3 without fish.
2007-03-13 06:30:26 · answer #6 · answered by fiVe 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, soya beans.
2007-03-13 06:27:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋