It’s not news to us that the modern North American diet is typically quite imbalanced in several areas and fat ingestion is no different.  As a population, we are eating too much trans fat, saturated fat and we’re consistently consuming far more omega 6 compared to Omega 3.  The ratios can be as high as 10:1 in favour of omega 6 in some cases.  If we were to reference our ancestors as a cue to a more optimal balance, then ratios would look more like 2:1 or 1:1. That’s a significant difference.

An Inflammatory Issue…  The Hidden Cost of Missing Your Omega 3’s.

The human body contains approximately 37 trillion cells.  Each of these cells has a cell membrane mostly composed of phospholipids (fats).  This cell membrane acts as a highly regulated gatekeeper that controls what enters and exits the cell and it helps cells communicate with other cells.  The quality of this membrane is imperative to healthy cell function.  We are what we eat, and our cell membranes obtain their fats from what we supply in our diet.   If you’re ingesting excessive omega 6, saturated fats and trans fats then membranes will become inflexible and rigid.  The cell then becomes structurally and functionally compromised.  If your cells are unhealthy then so are you.  It’s a slippery slope from there to feeling unwell and eventually disease.

One of the single and most important things you can do today is to give your cell membranes a little makeover. Eliminate the trans fats, reduce saturated fats and improve the balance of Omega 6 and Omega 3.  This is where it starts.

Thankfully, this is something that we have the resources to take control of and it can have positive health impact in as little as 6 weeks to 3 months.  The key is to focus on optimizing your Omega 3 levels.   Doing so will help restore cell membrane flexibility which improves cellular communication and function.  It’s like finally having the right key to fit the lock and the cell can respond.

Optimal omega 3 levels have been well researched and are shown to translate into many health benefits.  Lowering inflammation, reducing triglycerides, enhancing brain function, improving cognitive performance, mood regulation, and insulin sensitivity.   They are important to eye health as well as supporting overall healthy inflammatory responses in the body.  Yes…. healthy inflammation is a real thing.  They are critical in utero and throughout the human lifespan.

Omega 3 cannot be made by the body.  Just like Omega 6…. It’s an essential fatty acid and must be consumed in the diet as a food or as a supplement.

 

How Can I Get Enough Omega 3?

Obtaining enough Omega 3 through diet alone would be impractical for most of the population.  This is why Omega 3 supplementation has become the way to go.

There are two key factors to consider when looking to achieve optimal levels of Omega 3.

1. How much to take per day? – quantity
2. What form of Omega 3 to take? – quality

Research indicates that 250mg to 500mg of EPA and DHA per day can support basic health but if you are focussed on achieving optimal health benefits then intake could be 1000mg or more per day for metabolic, cardiovascular, cognitive, mood support etc.

What Form is Best?

Taking the right amount is one thing but choosing a form that your body can absorb and use efficiently is another.

This is where monoglyceride – Daily Omega- MAG 03 ™ by Younited is the clear winner.

Easier Absorption:

Unlike standard triglyceride or ethyl ester forms, monoglycerides – Daily Omega-MAG03™ are enzymatically predigested which results in a monoglyceride concentrate that can bypass the digestive process to be easily absorbed by the body.   This form is clinically proven to be effectively absorbed even in cases of bile or enzymatic production deficiencies.

Better Bioavailability- studies show that monoglyceride- Daily Omega- MAG03™ delivers a 3 x greater absorption than ethyl ester and 2x great absorption than re-esterified triglyceride.  This makes it easier to achieve healthier levels quickly.

Fewer Digestive Issues:

Monoglycerides- Daily Omega– MAG03 ™ are better tolerated for those who are sensitive to fish oils.  This is likely due it being provided in the form that the body needs…. monoglyceride.  Less digestive stress and easy assimilation.   If you’ve ever had fishy burps from taking fish oil, then supplementing with a monoglyceride fish oil can eliminate that.

The Omega 3 Index:

The Omega 3 Index is a long-term biomarker of omega 3- status in your body.  Having an Omega 3 index of 8-12% has been associated with lower risk of heart disease as well as better brain, eye and joint health.  Daily Omega – MAG03 ™ was shown to help healthy individuals reach the healthy omega 3 index of 8% in only 8 weeks.  Other forms of Omega 3 fish oil discussed above failed to reach the recommend index level of 8%.

Daily Omega – MAG-03™ and Daily Omega High EPA- MAG03™ by Younited

Developed, clinically studied and encapsulated in Canada.  Daily Omega-MAG03™ will provide you with concentrated monoglyceride Norwegian fish oil.  It is enzymatically pre-digested and enteric coated for quick and efficient absorption.   Perfect for anyone including those on low fat or ketogenic diets.

2 capsules will deliver 1755 mg EPA and DHA.  There is no food required when using.  It’s also available in a high EPA formula.

It’s 5 star IFOS certified.  IFOS- International Fish Oil Standards have the most stringent standards in the world for purity, potency and freshness.

It’s Certified Sustainable by Friends of the Sea means that our products are sourced from environmentally sustainable and socially responsible sources. This is the assurance of a product that protects and respects the marine environment.