Sources Of Omega 3 Fatty Acids

There are 3 different types of omega 3 fatty acids:

* EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
* DHA (docosahexaenoic acid)
* ALA's (alpha-linolenic acid)

The most important ones are EPA and DHA, which are mainly found in cold water fish. ALA can be obtained from various plant sources and is converted into EPA and DHA in our bodies. However, this conversion might not work very well in older people or in individuals suffering from certain diseases. In these cases you should make sure to provide sufficient amounts of EPA and DHA from external sources.

Sources of omega 3 fatty acids:

* Fatty fish, such as mackerel, salmon and herring - this is one of the best sources of EPA and DHA
* Shrimps
* Flaxseed oil - this is one of the most concentrated source of ALA
* Walnuts, brazil nuts, hazelnuts and pecans
* Green leafy Green vegetables, such as spinach and broccoli
* Eggs
* Houmous
* Sesame seeds and Tahini (this is a paste made out of sesame seeds)
* Soybeans - soybean oil
* Tofu

You can also find foods fortified with omega 3 fatty acids such as breads, juices, meal bars, margarine's and oils. There are also numerous omega 3 fish oil supplements, which are ideal if you don't like the taste of fish.

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