Not all fats are bad! All you need to know about Omega 3 6 9

Posted by Nabin Shaw on December 10th, 2018

Fats were always known as the foe to the human being. Only not so long ago we realized that omega 3, 6 and 9 are the healthiest fats available. The fat  we get from olive oil is the healthiest of all healthy fats. Fish supplements are a craze for people who are looking for a good source of fat. But piling up all the good fats are also not a good thing your body. Our body does not work smoothly without a perfect balance. Here, we are going to tell you about balancing the omega 3, 6, and 9 ratios.

About Omega 9

Omega 9 is not an essential fat for our body that is because we can produce a tiny amount of it in our body. The balance of omega 3 6 9 benefits us more because omega nine cannot be created in our body if we have a deficiency of omega 3 and six already.

How does it protect us?

Omega 9 protects us from being obese as it lowers down cholesterol from the body. It reduces insulin resistance and boosts immunity.

The importance of balancing all these omega 3, 6, 9

The best ratio of omegas is 2:1 and 4:1 the omega three should be double the amount of other fats in our body. The ideal balance of omega 3 6 9 benefits our health. Without the balance, none of them can work effectively. All the researchers agree about the balance.

About Omega 3

Omega 3 is an essential fatty acid, but we cannot produce it on our own. So our need is may be low, but without having the least amount, we cannot function our body correctly. An excellent and natural source of omega 3 is salmon. DHA is the most effective omega three because it sharpens our memory and provides better concentration power.

How does it protect us?

Omega 3 benefits us by preventing heart disease, arthritis, and dementia. We may not see the drastic difference when we are taking the supplement, but eventually, it will protect us from some viral diseases. Omega 3 can also protect from a specific type of cancer. Girls with hormonal imbalance or PCOD should take this supplement. Our immune system gets stronger with its help.

About Omega 6

Brain functioning cannot be thought without the help of omega 6. Soybean, sunflower seeds, peanut butter, corn, and canola oils are a good source of omega 6. But we lose most of them while cooking.

How does it protect us?

Omega 6 protects hair damage and gives us soft and shiny hair. Great bone health is provided by this omega 6. An overabundance of this can lead us to inflammation in the body and promote chronic illness.

The source is important!

Sometimes we consider that soybean, corn or canola are not suitable for our health. But consider taking them because all we need is a balance. They are omega six fats that we need to balance out to get the most benefits of omega 3 and 6. Best sources for omega 3, 6, and nine are. At least take 2:1 omega 3 and six every day. You can take supplements by maintaining the right balance.

Omega 3

  1. Cod liver oil
  2. Flaxseed oil
  3. Fish oil
  4. All seafood
  5. Broccoli
  6. Cauliflower
  7. Herbs like basil, oregano.

Omega 6

  1. Borage oil
  2.  Coconut oil
  3. Grape seed oil
  4. Macadamia oil
  5. Egg yolk and
  6. Animal Meat

Omega 9

  1. Olive and olive oil
  2. All kinds of nuts like peanuts

Conclusion:

To maintain the best balance you do not need to keep counting the ratio. Just keep it simple but nutritious. Focusing on the quality of food is more important than thinking about quality all the time. Try to avoid harmful cooking oil because of those lower the natural benefits of food.

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