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OMEGA BIOPLUS. Omega fatty acids Sources RDA Deficiency of omega fatty acids Studies Product Key benefits Ingredients Supporting studies References. Omega fatty acids .
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OMEGA BIOPLUS Omega fatty acids Sources RDA Deficiency of omega fatty acids Studies Product Key benefits Ingredients Supporting studies References
Omega fatty acids Omega fatty acids are essential fatty acids.Our body cannot synthesise them, so they must be consumed in the diet. Omega fatty acids consist of: • ALA, Alpha-Linoleic Acid • DHA, Docosahexanoic Acid • EPA, Eicosapentaenoic Acid DHA and EPA are the most important ones people should definitely include in their diets
Sources of omega fatty acids ALA EPA DHA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) (Alpha-Linoleic Acid) • Salmon • Sardines • Cod liver • Mackerel (Docosahexanoic Acid) • Flaxseed • Soybeans • Linseeds • Walnuts • Salmon • Sardines • Tuna
Recommended Adequate Intakes (AI) for Omega Fatty Acids (Food and Nutrition Board, USA, 2002) Note: Up to 10% of the above amounts (AI values) may be in the form of DHA + EPA
Signs/symptoms of essential fatty acid deficiency • Scaly or flaky skin (e.g. legs) • Dry skin (e.g. feet/face/general) • Cracking/peeling fingertips & skin (e.g. heel) • Dandruff • Dry, lack luster, brittle hair • Soft,splitting or brittle fingernails • Dull nails - lack of surface shine • Slow growing fingernails • Dry eyes • Dry mouth/throat • Menstrual cramps • Excessive ear wax • Excessive thirst • Allergic (e.g. eczema/asthma/hay fever/hives) • Crave fats/fatty foods • Stiff or painful joints
Studies Omega-3 and Omega-6 PUFA and Cardiovascular Diseases Prevention The results of epidemiological studies and randomized controlled trials suggest that replacing dietary SFA with omega-6 and omega-3 PUFA lowers LDL cholesterol and decreases cardiovascular disease risk. Fish would provide about 400-500 mg/day of EPA + DHA. Thus, some researchers have proposed that the U.S. Institute of Medicine should establish a dietary reference intake (DRI) for EPA + DHA.
Omega BioPlus™ Omega BioPlus™ contains a vegetable derived omega 3, omega 6 and omega 9 fatty acids composition in a specific scientifically validated proportion to support healthy cell membranes and cellular functions, and attractive skin, hair and nails.
Sources Safflower seed Flax seed Olive Omega 9 fatty acids Omega 6 fatty acids Omega 3 fatty acids
Omega BioPlus™ • Actions & Benefits • Supports healthy immune system • Increases esterification of cholesterol making it easily available for utilization in the body • Supports the liver and kidney functions • Helps maintaining normal blood pressure and cholesterol levels • Supports cardiovascular health and joint health
Omega BioPlus™ • Supports healthy cell membrane and cellular function and also ensures attractive skin, hair and nails • Helps lower LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol • Helps slow down the process of plaque formation (fatty deposit inside the arterial wall)
Omega BioPlus™ Composition Each Softgel contains: Suggested use level: 1 soft gel capsule 2 times daily * Patented - US & International Patents
Supporting Studies • Omega 6 fatty acids play an important role in brain and heart function and in normal growth (Othman et al, 2009). • Increasing the intake of omega 3 and 6 fatty acids has been associated with lower Coronary heart diseases risk (Harrine et al, 2009). • Omega 9 fatty acid have high chemical stability ,which prevent the body from forming cholesterol plaques on the walls of the blood vessels (Gillingham et al ,1991). • Omega 9 fatty acid that it reduce hardening of the arteries and improves immune function (Hibbeln et al, 2006).
References • Gillingham LG, Harris-Janz S, Jones PJ(2001). Dietary monounsaturated fatty acids are protective against metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease risk factors. Lipids; 46(3):209-228. • Harrinew.s, Mozaffarian (2009). Omega -6 fatty acids and for CVD disease). A science advisory from the American Heart association; 119:902-907. • Hibbeln, Joseph R. (June 2006). “Healthy intakes of n-3 and n-6 fatty acids: estimations considering worldwide diversity.” American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 83 (6, supplement): 1483S-1493S. American Society for Nutrition. PMID 16841858 • Othaman R A, Sush M. A (2009)systemic review of the roles of n-3,n-6 Fatty acids in health and diseases, journel of American Dietetic Association; 109:668-679.