Where Do You Find Omega-3

In a nutshell the best source of the most effective form of Omega-3 is found in oily fish such as mackerel, salmon, fresh tuna and Fish Oil supplements such as Cod Liver Oil. The type of Omega 3 contained in these is EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) & DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid). EPA and DHA are referred to as long-chain / complex fatty acids or Fish Oil Omega-3. 

There is also plant source Omega-3, or ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) which can be found in soya, hemp, flax and pumpkin seeds and leafy green vegetables - but ALA are simpler or shorter-chain Omega-3, so our bodies need to convert them into EPA & DHA.

Experts agree that we should be looking to include a minimum intake of 450mg of Fish Oil Omega-3 for optimum joint, brain and cardio-vascular health and in addition, it is likely that a minimum of 200mg of Fish Oil Omega-3 may benefit children’s brain health.