Adults
Why are long chain omega-3s beneficial?
Long chain omega-3s are important for maintaining good health. There is increasing scientific evidence that long chain omega-3s can play a role in helping to prevent and manage chronic diseases, including heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis and age related macular degeneration (AMD).
How much do we need for good health?
To help maintain good health the National Heart Foundation of Australia recommends 2-3 serves of oily fish per week (150g/serve), which is equivalent to around 500mg of long chain omega-3s per day.
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Why are long chain omega-3s beneficial?
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How much do you need?
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| Heart |
Long chain omega-3s play an important role in the prevention and management of cardiovascular health. Omega-3s can:
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Reference: NHF position statement on Fish, fish oils and omega-3s. |
| Joints |
Long chain omega-3s can provide pain relief associated with rheumatoid arthritis.
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Around 3g of EPA and DHA /day are recommended for assistance with pain relief in rheumatoid arthritis. Reference: Cleland, L. Inflammation including arthritis. Omega-3 Centre Scientific Consensus Report “Omega-3 fatty acids for baby boomers” October 2008. |
| Age-related Macular Degeneration |
AMD is the most frequent cause of severe vision loss in the elderly. There is a growing level of evidence, which suggests long chain omega-3s can protect against the development and progression of AMD.
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Two oily fish meals/week |
There is a growing level of evidence for the role of long chain omega-3s in:
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