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Seed Oil (12oz)
Nature's Richest Source of Omega-3s...Period
Salba Seed Oil contains more Omega-3 essential fatty acids than any other whole food source in nature. Each tablespoon contains over 8,300mg of Omega-3s (ALA). It is unrefined and cold-pressed at low temperatures to preserve full nutrient density, and is distilled for unsurpassed freshness.
Between 95-99% of Americans are Deficient in Omega-3s
Omega-3s play several vital roles in the human body: supporting cardiovascular wellness, maintaining healthy joints, enhancing mental clarity and mood, and promoting digestive wellness. Unfortunately, the typical American diet is loaded with Omega-6 and Omega-9 fats (think cheeseburgers and french fries).
Experts looking at the dietary ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids suggest that in early human history the ratio was about 1:1. Currently most Americans eat a dietary ratio that falls between 20:1 and 50:1. A healthy diet should consist of roughly 2-4 times more omega-6 fatty acids than omega-3 fatty acids. For most of us this means greatly reducing the omega-6 fatty acids we consume while increasing our intake of omega-3 fatty acids.
ALA Versus DHA Omega-3s
With an abundance of DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) Omega-3 fish oil products available on the market, why choose the ALA (alpha -linolenic acid) Omega-3s in Salba?
First, in some studies, ALA omega-3s have been shown to be more effective than DHA from fish oil. In the Lyon Diet Heart Study, researchers observed a 70 percent reduction in mortality with ALA – more than double the other trials that had used omega-3s from fish. There was also a significant reduction in coronary ‘events’ and these protective effects were found to start quickly. Subsequent studies have confirmed the power of plant omega-3 fatty acids in protecting the heart.
Furthermore, DHA Omega-3 is generally derived from fish oil, which has some potential drawbacks. Typically, the DHA supplements on the market are derived from fish farms. Not only is sustainability a concern, but these fish have been shown to have high levels of toxic contaminants, such as mercury and PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls).
This product was added to our catalog on Wednesday 08 September, 2010.