Improve Your Mood and Emotional Well-Being with Omega–3 Emotions™, (EPA 500, DHA 70)
Essential Fats for a Healthy Body… a Healthy Mind… and Healthy Emotions. Omega-3 fatty acids, from flaxseed oil or fish oil, are healthy fatty acids that cannot be manufactured in the body and must be consumed in our diets, which is why they are called ‘essential’ fatty acids. Studies show that omega‑3s can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease, promote healthy levels of blood triglycerides, and have anti-inflammatory qualities. Research also shows that omega-3 fatty acids also contain specific compounds that are critical
for mental health and well-being.
Adults and children require fatty acids called EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) for overall physical, emotional and mental health. EPA and DHA can be made in the body from flax oil and fish oil omega‑3s, but few North Americans eat enough of these foods to support optimal health. That’s why omega-3 supplements are gaining in popularity.
The brain is composed largely of DHA which supports learning and concentration. EPA has a powerful stabilizing effect on mood and emotions. Omega–3 Emotions™, (EPA 500, DHA 70) from webber naturals® is a specialized fish oil blend providing a high EPA to DHA ratio to support improved mood and emotional well-being.
Improved mood and emotional well-being.
There is considerable epidemiological and clinical data showing a connection between consumption of omega-3 fatty acids and improved mental health. Studies examining the dietary habits of populations in several countries have noted that those who consume higher amounts of omega-3 foods, as in countries where fish is a core part of the diet, have lower rates of depressive disorders. In Japan, where fish consumption is close to 150 lbs per person per year, depression is uncommon; with rates around 0.12%. Meanwhile in Germany, where annual fish consumption is less than 30 lbs per person, the depression rate is 5%. Clinical data on the use of omega-3 supplementation indicates that benefits may be available for anyone with mood disorders or in the prevention or treatment of depression, bipolar disease, and other mental conditions. [Hibbeln JR, 1995; Hibbeln JR., 1995; Stoll AL, Severus WE, Freeman MP, et al., 1999]
Considering that the brain is composed largely of fatty acids, it is becoming clear that omega-3s, with DHA and EPA, is a real ally that supports improved mood and emotional well-being.
References:
Hibbeln JR. Fish consumption and major depression. Lancet 1998; 351:1213.
Hibbeln JR, Salem N. Dietary polyunsaturated fatty acids and depression: when cholesterol does not satisfy. Am J Clin Nutr 1995; 62:1-9.
Stoll AL, Severus WE, Freeman MP, et al. Omega 3 fatty acids in bipolar disorder: a preliminary double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Arch General Psychiatry. 1999
This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or cure.
