Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Subject – Agriculture

Context – Department of Fisheries organises webinar on “Fish for Health and Fish for Wealth” as part of “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav”

Concept –

The participants were made aware of the numerous health benefits provided through fish consumption due to micronutrients, minerals and animal proteins present including Omega 3 and Fatty acids that are very useful for our health.

About Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Omega-3s are nutrients you get from food (or supplements) that help build and maintain a healthy body. They’re key to the structure of every cell wall you have. They’re also an energy source and help keep your heart, lungs, blood vessels, and immune system working the way they should.
Two crucial ones — EPA and DHA — are primarily found in certain fish. ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), another omega-3 fatty acid, is found in plant sources such as nuts and seeds.
- DHA levels are especially high in retina (eye), brain, and sperm cells.
Not only does your body need these fatty acids to function, they also deliver some big health benefits.