Omega-3 Oils

There is no doubt among experts about the beneficial properties of omega-3 fatty acids. Chiropractors in Adelaide and other Australian cities have long been advocates of their healing properties. However, despite the known benefits, evidence suggests that the Australian diet is dangerously deficient in many of the best omega-3 fatty acids, leading to disease and illness.

Research in the area has even shown links to severe immune and behavioural disorders throughout the human lifetime. Links between halted development, learning difficulties and behavioural problems and low omega-3 levels in children have been reported. In addition, increased risk of cancers, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, depression and digestive disorders have also been noted in people with insufficient omega-3 levels. Later in life, all of these conditions can lead to arthritis, osteoporosis and Alzheimers.

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for fully effective function of cells, tissues, organs and glands in the brain and the body; just as with vitamins and minerals though, the body does not produce them normally and so they must be consumed within the daily diet.

Traditionally, western cultures consumed sufficient amounts of these essential fatty acids by eating wild game meat and fish. In today’s society, however, omega-3s are not found in grain fed domesticated animals (cows, chickens, pigs, lambs and turkeys), nor are there sufficient amounts in farmed seafood. In addition, pollutants used in commercial farming and fishing dangerously deplete the natural levels that exist in meats.

Bearing all of that in mind, fish oil or omega-3 supplements are an increasing popular choice for Australians. Particularly for those with varying dietary requirements, supplements are a fantastic way of getting additional nutrients the body needs that it might not get through an ordinary diet. As with all mineral and vitamin supplements, it’s important to choose the most natural options and the product that best suits your individual needs.

Walkerville Chiropractic stocks a fully organic range of omega-3 supplements called “Omega Sufficiency” made by natural pharmaceutical company Innate Choice. This scientifically proven formula combines wild anchovy, herring and sardine along with natural triglycerides, antioxidants and filtered ingredients.

If you have any questions or would like further information, please do not hesitate to ask any members of Walkerville Chiropractic as to which supplements might be suitable for you.