Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid. It is called “essential” because our bodies are unable to produce it on their own, so it has to come from our food.

Foods high in omega-3-fatty acids include salmon, halibut, sardines, albacore, trout, herring, walnut, flaxseed oil, and canola oil. Other foods that contain omega-3-fatty acids include shrimp, clams, light chunk tuna, catfish, cod, and spinach.

Omega-3 fatty acids protect from the occurrence of a number of diseases.

They decrease the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, which are responsible for the occurrence of heart diseases and atherosclerosis, and also decrease the risk of thrombus formation.

They have anti-inflammatory activity due to their participation in the synthesis of prostaglandins.

Omega-3 fatty acids improve the processes of nerve conduction and transmission in the brain.

The recommended dose is 1-2 capsules daily during or after a meal.