Nutrition and Chinese Herbs
Essential Fatty Acids
EFA's are the "good" fats that play a major role in health and vitality. These are considered "essential fats" because they are required for good health but cannot be produced by our bodies, therefore must be consumed through our foods or supplementation. Research has determined that in order to prevent deficiency and foster optimal health, EFA's must be consumed daily. Proper cellular function requires a balanced intake of Omega-3 and Omega-6 essential fats. Unfortunately, with the overabundance of Omega-6 intake, due to overprocessed and refined foods and oils in our Western diet, we have dramatically upset this delicate balance. Excess Omega-6 fats, and a relative deficiency of Omega-3 fats, have been linked to such chronic health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, and depression.
The most beneficial components found in EFA's Omega-3 fats are EPA and DHA, and a unique and beneficial Omega-6 fat component, GLA. EPA and DHA, and are found in cold water fish such as sardines, anchovies, salmon, and herring, while GLA is found in borage and evening primrose oils.
Children and EPA, DHA, & GLA
Fish oil combined with GLA has been shown to improve behavior, focus, and learning in children. Children with Attention Deficit disorder (ADD) have lower levels of Omega-3's and supplementing with fish oil + GLA has been shown to help them as well as children with functional and social problems. In addition, research has shown that a blend of these EFA's can improve language and learning skills in children with autistic spectrum disorders. Since most children do not regularly consume Omega-3 rich foods such as fish, supplementating with fish oil is safe and effective way to improve overall health and contribute to your child's mental, social, and physical well-being.
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