Have you noticed that Omega-3 is now being promoted in a big way on food packaging? From margarine and mayonnaise to fish fingers and breakfast cereal, Omega-3 is now highlighted as an important ingredient. It would seem that the food manufacturers have cottoned onto the benefits of Omega-3 as a marketing tool.
However, the actual health benefits of Omega-3 in many of these processed products could be called into doubt if put under scrutiny. For example, have high temperatures been used in the pressing process which will have destroyed the oil's health giving properties? Has the oil been produced from genetically modified (GM) plants? Does the Omega-3 come from an environmentally sound source?
You will never find GM seed at High Barn Oils and because our oil is cold-pressed on the farm with
noheat, solvents or additives, its health giving properties remain intact. So what are these Omega-3 health-giving benefits? (Be prepared for some technical information, now!)
- Omega-3 makes up 25% of every human cell membrane, (a balance of other oils and fats make up the rest). The balance of these cell builders are part of the very building blocks of life. Building cell membranes properly is a basic bodily function and part of a correctly functioning neuron propelled electrical system.
- Well made cell membranes are the defence mechanism of a healthy body. The body's immune system and brain functioning is improved as a result of getting the right amount of Omega-3.
- Omega-3 from linseed has an anti-inflammatory property that can help to reduce inflammation naturally in many conditions.
- Omega-3 can help kick start your metabolism and so when combined with a good diet and regular exercise, can help you to lose weight, build lean muscle and burn fat.
- Omega-3 can help you to look good as well as feel good with healthy glowing skin, glossy hair and strong nails, especially when combined with other linseed oil properties, Omega-6, Omega-9 and Vitamin E. An expensive jar of moisturising cream isn't the only way to fight the ageing process!
- Recent studies have pointed to improved concentration levels in children when Omega-3 was introduced into their diets.
