Omega 3 is a fatty acid that is very important for your body and your brain. Unfortunately it is one of the few that our body cannot proceed itself. So all the omega 3 that our bodies need must be consumed from outside sources. There are three main types of Omega 3, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). The ALA type is mainly found in plants like soybeans and flaxseed. The EPA and DHA types are found in fish and other seafood.
Omega 3 is so important it is part of the ingredients that makes up the membrane that surrounds every cell in your body. it is particularly important organs like your eyes, brain, lungs, and heart.
With such an important role omega 3 is not something we should ignore!
(National Institutes of Health)
Why eat fresh fish?
What are the health benefits?
Fish are packed with Omega 3 and do a lot of amazing things for your body such as:
- Lower the risk of heart disease (American Journal of Cardiology)
- Lowers the risk of alzheimers disease (Journal of the American Medical Association)
- Help lessen depression symptoms (Journal of Psychiatry and Neuroscience)
- Helps you with your vision and eye health (Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality)
- Can help improve sleep (Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine)
- Can help clear skin of acne (BioMed Central)
- Helps with rheumatoid arthritis (American College of Rheumatology)
- and so much more!
Fish are also high in vitamin D which 1 in 4 Australian's are deficient in (Australian Bureau of Statistics).
Exciting Collaboration with Boatingo
Natural Superfoods & Co collaborates with Boatingo a luxury fishing and surfing charter running amazing expeditions in the Asia Pacific area. Boatingo also work with some of the worlds best professional surfers, taking them over to Cloudbreak, Fiji.
The image above shows Ryan Hipwood surfing some of the infamous 10 - 20 foot waves that Cloudbreak is known for. This was a perfect glassy day at Cloudbreak allowing massive waves to form and break. Other days see fun, playful waves at the 2 - 3 foot size which are suitable for all surfing levels.
On a their recent Discover Fiji Fishing Expedition, Boatingo made the epic catch shown below! It is a Yellowfin Tuna, they love the warmer waters and Boatingo shared that the Tuna were 'on the bite' this trip!
If you love fishing or surfing then check out Boatingo for an unforgettable expedition!