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How Omega-3 Fats Benefit Your Brain And Mental Health

With Dr. Bill Harris, PhD, Co-Inventor of the Omega-3 Index and Founder of OmegaQuant

The Role of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Brain and Mental Health

What are Omega-3-Fatty Acids?

Omega−3 fatty acids are fatty acids with multiple double bonds, where the first double bond is between the third and fourth carbon atoms from the end of the carbon atom chain. "Short chain" omega−3 fatty acids have a chain of 18 carbon atoms or less, while "long chain" omega−3 fatty acids have a chain of 20 or more. Omega−3 fatty acids occur naturally in two forms, triglycerides and phospholipids. In the triglycerides, they, together with other fatty acids, are bonded to glycerol; three fatty acids are attached to glycerol. Phospholipid omega−3 is composed of two fatty acids attached to a phosphate group via glycerol.

Both omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are important structural components of cell membranes, serve as precursors to bioactive lipid mediators, and provide a source of energy. Long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) in particular exert anti-inflammatory effects; it is recommended to increase their presence in the diet , since our usual diet high in vegetable oils and fast foods contains too much omega 6-fatty acids which are pro-inflammatory if too much.

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Why Do You Need to Know Your Omega-3-Index?

What is the Omega-3-Index?

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The omega-3-6 index is defined as the amount of EPA plus DHA in red blood cell membranes expressed as the percent of total red blood cell membrane fatty acids .

The EPA + DHA content of red blood cell membranes correlates with that of all body cells, and several observational studies indicate that a lower omega-3 index is associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease mortality.

It is therefore proposed that the omega-3 index be used as a biomarker for risk assessment for many diseases, among them heart disease, brain diseases like Alzheimer's dementia, mental illness, depression, anxiety, asthma, cancer, Type 2 diabetes, and general health and longevity.

Omega 3-and 6- fatty acids together with cholesterol are necessary components of healthy cell membranes throughout your body.

TThe Omega-3 Index is actually two things. Most important, it is a risk factor for brain, heart disease, just like cholesterol. But it is also an actual test you can take to assess your omega-3 status. Unlike a cholesterol test, you don’t need a doctor obtain an Omega-3 Index test. In fact, most doctors won’t automatically test your omega-3 level during annual well visits, even though most people don’t get sufficient amounts of these nutrients from their diets.

This article goes in depth about what the Omega-3-Index is.

How are Omega-3's Made in Nature?

A good article about where Omega-3's come from can be found HERE.

But really, contrary to popular opinion, Omega 3's do not originate in seafood, fish or animals at all.

Watch in our video above how Bill Harris describes which organism - it's a plant! really makes Omega-3's and how they then get into the fish...

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Why Do You Need to Know Your Omega-3-Index?

Why Guessing and Just taking a fish oil pill every now and then won't do it...

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Of course, you could just take a combined 1500 mg of EPA and DHA to raise your omega-3-levels to higher levels.

But maybe you would be wasting money for something you don't need?

What does your Omega-3-index actually mean?

Omega 3-and 6- fatty acids together with cholesterol are necessary components of healthy cell membranes throughout your body.

Instead of just taking Fish Oil or expensive supplements, consider taking the test first and then doing a calculation how much you really need to take.

Here is how to find out why it is important to test your omega-3-index to actually save you money in the long run...

Your Omega-3-Index and Your Brain and Mental Health

As Bill Harris States in our Interview, Omega-3's play a role in preventing dementia, reducing stress and probably also ADHD, Depression and Anxiety Disorders.

As this is a new field of scientific study, we can expect for so much more good information to get out in the future.

Watch in our video above how Bill Harris describes which organism - it's a plant! really makes Omega-3's and how they then get into the fish...

Here is a great overview on how Omega-3's can benefit your Brain and Mental Health
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The Best Way to Get Omega-3's, Even If You Are A Vegan

Yes, there is Good Plant-Based DHA and EPA available for vegetarians, vegans or if you just don't want fish oil...

Most people only know that Omega-3's can be found in fatty fish, like mackerel, herring, sardines and salmon.

But there are many options for Non-Fish-Eaters, Vegetarians, and even Vegans to get their omega-3's from plant sources.

Can You Get Enough Omega-3'S From Food Or Do You Need Supplements?

We often think that our food contains all the nutrients we need for optimal health.

And this would be awesome.

Sadly, nowadays this is no longer the case, due to exhausted soils, artificial fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides, medications that can be drug-muggers and us eating (on average) too much processed foods.

The easiest way - once you took your omega-3-index test and determined that it was less than desirable, is to to supplement with a good nutritional supplement.

There are many choices available. If you'd like my help with this, feel free to book a complimentary consultation with Dr. Christine to discuss your needs and options.

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How Do You Know How Much Omega-3's You Need to Eat or Take?

The Omega-3 Index Test

Since Omega-3's are hidden in food, it is often impossible to know exactly how much to take..

The best option is to

FIRST, get your initial Omega-3-index test

THEN, use this convenient calculato to find out exactly how much you need to take to get to your desired target level.

Does the Chemical Form of Your Supplement Matter?

Many people are not aware that certain forms of Omega-3's are better absorbed than others.

See what Dr. Bill Harris says about this in our interview...

And often, in some clinical studies, insufficient dosages or chemical forms or=f Omega-3-s were used to supposedly discourage their use.

The easiest way - once you took your omega-3-index test and determined that it was less than desirable, is to to supplement with a good nutritional supplement.

Here is a good overview of why omega-3's - in the right dosage and chemical forms - are very effective!

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Other Important Tests for Brain and Mental Health

There are other very important tests - besides the Omega-3-Index itself, that are important for Brain and Mental Health.

Some of the most important ones assess

Vitamin D-levels and

Vitamin B12-levels.

For women wo hare pregnant or want to conceive, the prenatal test is recommended.

And of course, if you want to keep your furry friend healthy, there is a test for pets!

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Eating for Vibrant Health and Explosive Energy

A concise guide to Food Selection for our fast-paced world. Helpful and well organized. Small enough to take with you to the grocery store...

You probably know what you should eat - but what if the ideal food choice is not affordable or not available?

This book clearly spells out: what food is best, what is acceptable and what should better be avoided - and why.

You will also find a few easy and tried-and-true recipes - the author's favorites!

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