The Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Cardiovascular Health

• Lowers triglycerides – reduces blood fat levels, decreasing risk of heart disease.

• Reduces blood pressure (modestly, especially in hypertensive individuals).

• Improves vascular function – keeps arteries flexible, reducing stiffness.

Anti-Inflammatory Effects

• Omega-3s are precursors to resolvins and protectins, molecules that reduce chronic inflammation.

• May benefit autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and inflammatory bowel disease by reducing joint pain and stiffness.

Brain & Mental Health

• Supports cognitive function – DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is a major structural fat in the brain and retina.

• Neuroprotection – may reduce risk of age-related cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease.

Pregnancy & Development

• Essential for fetal brain and eye development.

• Supplementation during pregnancy and breastfeeding is linked to better neuro-developmental outcomes in children.