Essential Fatty Acids

Which foods are they found in?
Omega fatty acids are found naturally in oily fish such as mackerel, salmon, tuna and sardines, as well as linseed and soya oils. Leafy green vegetables also provide a good source of Omega fatty acids as do Omega-3 eggs. Consuming these foods regularly can help to boost your intake of Omega-rich nutrients.

What are Omega Fatty Acids?
Many of us try to avoid fat in our diets, but did you realise that the right kind of fat can provide health benefits? Omega fatty acids, a polyunsaturated form of fat, are not produced naturally in the body, but the nutrients they provide can promote good health. Eating foods rich in Omega fatty acids can help to support healthy brain growth and development.

How do they help?
Your child's most rapid brain development occurs during the first 12 months of his life. In fact, his brain will triple in size by his first birthday. Omega fatty acids help to support healthy brain development from the baby stage, right up to the teenage years and can influence your child's ability to learn and concentrate. Omega fatty acids have a range of other health benefits, too. As well as helping to support the healthy development of eyes, skin and joints, they also help to maintain healthy cholesterol levels and promote good circulation, which in turn, helps to maintain a healthy heart. They also support a healthy immune system - essential for helping your body to cope with the stresses of everyday life.