10 Proven Benefits of Omega 3 You Should Know

The majority of the benefits we will see in the studies below come from EPA and DHA.

You’ll find these omega 3’s mainly in cold water fish and fish oil, while ALA is mainly found in plant sources. That being said, there’s a common misconception here is that you have to eat fish oil to get EPA and DHA. But when you consume ALA from plant sources your body will convert around 5% - 20% of it to EPA and DHA.

#1. They Help with Sexy Skin and Hair

Omega 3’s help prevent wrinkles, improve skin elasticity, and help stage off the aging process.

#2. Helps to Fight the Mental Diseases We Get With Age

More than a dozen different studies show that increased intake of omega 3’s is associated with a decreased risk for age-related diseases and Alzheimer’s disease.

#3. Reduced ADHD in Children

Omega 3’s have been shown to help children with ADHD decrease hyperactive behavior and aggression while improving literacy.

#4. Lowers Triglycerides

Omega 3’s, specifically EPA and DHA, cause a decrease in triglycerides in the average range of 15%-30% depending on the person. 

#5. Helps Keep Your Eyes Healthy

You may find it hard to believe that fat is essential to your health, but it's true. ... Studies have found that omega-3 fatty acids, in particular, may benefit eye health. DHA is the preferred dietary fatty acid for many parts of your brain and eyes.

#6. Helps to Fight off Anxiety and Depression

Some studies in adults suggest that omega-3 fatty acids may be beneficial in the treatment of mild to moderate depression. Multiple studies have shown that taking omega 3’s can help with the symptoms of anxiety and depression.

#7. Helps to Prevent Some Cancers

A recent study found that breast cancer patients had a lowered mortality rate as many as 15 years after initial testing if they increased their intake of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids

55% reduction in color cancer.

#8 Improved Fertility

 Studies are showing that babies born to mother with high levels of DHA do better with visual acuity and visual learning tests. With optimal development that these nutrients provide, studies show that your baby will enjoy enhanced attention span and cognitive function after the birth as well, which will help them learn more effectively. If you and your partner are trying to get pregnant, then omega 3’s are a great addition to the man’s diet

#9. Better Sleep
A new study suggests that having higher levels of omega-3 DHA is associated with better sleep. Low levels of omega 3’s in the blood have been associated with worse sleep for both children and adults.

#10. Omega 3’s Do Even More

Reduction in chances of arthritis, helping menstrual pain, better bone and joint health, and many other benefits have been demonstrated in random scientific studies.