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Omega 3 deficiency and how to increase your intake

Omega-3 fatty acids are good for the body to function properly. Omega-3 deficiency may lead to many health problems. Here’s what you need to know. 

By: Arushi Bidhuri   | | Published: January 29, 2021 1:47 pm
Tags: Omega 3  Omega 3 fatty acid  Omega 3 fatty acids  
Omega 3 deficiency and how to increase your intake
Omega 3 deficiency and how to increase your intake

When it comes to including essential nutrients in your diet, omega-3 fatty acids always make the list. Even though fats are often frowned upon, some healthy fats are required for the body to carry out various important functions. While the human body synthesizes many nutrients on its own, omega-3s aren’t one of them. These fatty acids are obtained only through foods, and it offers many health benefits.  Also Read - Increase your omega-3 intake to reduce death risk due to Covid-19

What Are Omega-3 Fatty Acids? 

So, our body contains good and bad fats, and omega-3s are the good ones. They are a group of three fatty acids that our body need to perform their daily functions. The three types of omega-3 fats, including docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), eicosatetraenoic acid (EPA), and alpha-linolenic acids (ALA).  Also Read - 5 surprising food sources of omega-3s, the nutrient that keeps your heart healthy and more



DHA and EPA are found in foods like cold-water fish (mackerel, salmon, etc.), and algae. ALA is commonly found in plant-based foods like nuts, seeds and canola oil.  Also Read - 5 reasons why fish is considered one of the healthiest foods on the planet

Health Benefits Of Omega-3s 

Eating foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids is important, and there are many sources of the nutrient available that you should include in your diet. Consuming omega-3s can provide a plethora of health benefits, including: 

  • Reduced risk of heart diseases 
  • Decreased risk of death if you have heart disease 
  • Reduced risk of blood clots 
  • Lowered triglyceride levels 
  • Slow production of substances that lead to inflammation in the body 
  • Controlled blood pressure levels 
  • Higher levels of good cholesterol in the system 

Omega-3 Deficiency 

Since omega-3 fatty acids are important for the body to function properly, a deficiency can lead to health problems. They form molecules in the body, which act as a messenger in the body and help carry out many functions. They are good for your immune system, cardiovascular health, endocrine and pulmonary systems. Omega-3s also provide energy to the body. 

Although omega-3 insufficiency is rare, it can affect people of all ages. But a study published in the peer-reviewed journal Nutrients found that adult and older women are more likely to suffer from an omega-3 deficiency. Another study published in the Journal of Nutritional Sciences reported that those on low-fat diets, vegans and people with malabsorption problems are at a higher risk. 

Symptoms  

Well, there aren’t many tests available to check for omega-3 deficiency, which is why it is important to know the symptoms to address the problem. Here are some of the signs and symptoms of omega-3 deficiency that you might notice. 

  • Sensitive or dry skin 
  • Increase in acne 
  • Feeling depressed 
  • Dry eyes 
  • Pain and stiffness in joints 
  • Hair loss 
  • Hair thinning and dryness 
  • Poor concentration 
  • Eyesight problems 

How To Increase Your Intake? 

Omega-3s can be obtained from food sources, including: 

  • Fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, tuna, sardines, etc. 
  • Eggs 
  • Meat 
  • Dairy products 
  • Walnuts 
  • Chia seeds 
  • Flax seeds 
  • Soybean oil 
  • Canola oil 
  • Yoghurt 
  • Infant formulas 

Published : January 29, 2021 1:47 pm
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