Marie Del Borrello

The Benefits of Fish Oil

Wondering whether you’re consuming enough fish oil – and why you need it in the first place? Keep on reading for some key fish-oil facts.

 

Fish oil is a source of omega-3 fatty acids, a type of polyunsaturated fat that supports general health and wellbeing.

As the name suggests, fish oil is found in and sourced from fish, but some varieties of fish contain larger amounts of healthy fat than others.

Fish oil provides some important health benefits. So how much should you aim to eat each day, and what are the best sources?

It is recommended that a person should eat two portions of oily fish per week to meet their Omega-3 requirements.

If you do not consume this much fish, fish oil supplements may be a good alternative for you. It is important to note that the types of omega-3s found in fish oil have greater health benefits than omega-3s found in some plant sources.

  • Fish oil supplements may reduce some of the risks associated with heart disease. However, there is no clear evidence that it can prevent heart attacks or strokes.
  • Fish oil supplements may improve the symptoms of certain psychiatric disorders. This effect may be a result of increasing omega-3 fatty acid intake
  • Fish oil supplements may help reduce waist circumference, as well as aid weight loss when combined with diet or exercise.
  • Your skin can become damaged by ageing or too much sun exposure. Fish oil supplements may help maintain healthy skin.
  • Liver disease is common in obese individuals. Fish oil supplements may help reduce fat in your liver and symptoms of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.