Omega 3 fatty acids are often referred to as an 'essential oil' for the human body. Though it has multiple benefits for different parts of the human body like the heart, brain, bones and joints, skin, eyes, etc., our body sadly does not produce it. Thus, we have to either source it naturally from dietary inputs like fatty fish of Rohu, Katla, salmon, and Indian Mackerel or get it from nuts and seeds like walnuts, flax seeds, chia seeds. Alternatively, dietary supplements in the form of capsules also help.
Omega 3 are polyunsaturated fats, which ideally comprise of three components, namely:
Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)
While ALA is primarily found from plant sources, DHA and EPA are available from both plant and animal sources, like fatty fishes and nuts.
Role of Omega-3 in Managing cholesterol
Omega 3 fatty acids play a significant role in our body's lipid metabolism. Several studies have shown that with the required levels of Omega-3 in our bodies, there is a substantial decrease in cholesterol. This happens due to the following reasons:
1. Helps Reduce Triglyceride Levels:
Triglycerides are fats stored in our body for use as energy when needed. However, when there is a nutritional imbalance or a metabolic slowdown due to certain health conditions, the triglyceride level starts to increase and the body starts storing fat in the form of cholesterol.
Omega-3 has a dual effect on triglycerides. It not only regulates and reduces the rate at which our liver produces Triglycerides, but DHA and EPA also help in decreasing the stored levels of triglycerides to a great extent.
As per studies, consuming the prescribed amounts of Omega 3 fatty acids is known to lower the triglyceride level. Therefore, it also helps reduce cholesterol in the body.
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