Omega 3

Omega 3 – Regulating a wide range of biological processes
by Branislav Bruno

I prefer to take 1 capsule of 1000 mg fish oil containing 550 mg EPA & DHA with each meal to increase it's Omega-3 content and improve insulin sensitivity throughout the day.

Fish Oil is a common term used to refer to 2 kind of Omega-3 fatty acids: EicosaPentaenoic Acid (EPA) and DocosaHexaenoic Acid (DHA). Both of these healthy Omega-3 fatty acids are found in fish (Salmon, Hering, Anchovies, Tuna, Sardines) and Phyto-Plankton. The Omega-3 contained in Flax Seeds or Chia Seeds is Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA), which requires conversion into EPA and DHA inside the body. The rate of conversion is extremely low, but can  be moderately improved by reducing Omega-6 and Omega-9 intake as they compete for the same enzymes which promote ALA's conversion into EPA and DHA.


EPA and DHA intake from fish or supplements has shown:


  • reducing Serum Triglyceride & Cholesterol levels
  • improving blood pressure in hypertensive case
  • improving mood & sense of well-being
  • lowering systematic inflammation
  • acting as natural anti-coagulant
  • increasing insulin sensitivity


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