7 Best Omega 3 Foods To Boost Mood, Brighten Skin, Fight Inflammation

[Julieanne]

Caitlin Mucerino
September 28 2020

Omega-3 or fish oil is the second most common supplement taken on a daily basis after multivitamins among those who take supplements in the US. But if you don't want to take fish oil for any reason (you don't eat fish or you don't like to have that much oil in your diet) there are other ways to get your Omega-3 needs met, including whole foods that are high in Omega-3 such as seeds, nuts, and beans. Here are exactly what foods to add for Omega-3.
Since the body can't produce these fatty acids on its own, these essential fats must come from the food you eat. They offer unique health benefits, including boosting mood, brightening dull skin and fighting inflammation.


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[Mr. Wizard]

I'm a strong believer in Omega-3 fish oil supplements, which I take almost everyday. The article notes that Omega-3 may be obtained from eating seeds, nuts, and legumes. However, the body must convert the ALA (alpha-lenoleic acid) in these sources to Omega-3. As we age, this conversion process becomes harder and less efficient. Since Omega-3 fatty acids are essential--means your body can't make them, I choose to supplement rather than rely on a potentially inefficient conversion process.

[Pattypans]

Mr. Wiz, I think you meant to say that our bodies can't make them.

[Mr. Wizard]

Pattypans: You are exactly correct....I meant to say "can't make them." Good catch!! Correction made.