Dr. Oz thinks that this is all you need to know about Omega Fatty Acids. The “Big O” is essential for Wellness and a healthy Lifestyle.

The TRUTH is that there’s a lot more to know to ensure that you are eating the best foods, taking the best supplements, and making the best healthy Lifestyle choices.

He mentioned peanut butter, eye creams, orange juice, egg cartons, with labels on many foods, along with fish, flax, and walnuts. But there are many more foods that are filled with Omega 3 Fatty Acids.

Don’t forget your edamame, keep from frying your eggs, and use fresh herbs and spices to season all of your foods which are rich sources of EFAs. If you concentrate your dietary choices on whole grains, dark leafy Greens, wild seafood, organic nuts and seeds, and traditional soy foods; then you will fare well.

Omega 6 Fatty Acids are also on the radar of health enthusiasts, but there are many more unspoken, yet equally as significant for your health. Thus, is it essential for you to learn more about Essential Fatty Acids or EFAs.

We have been educating people about EFAs since time began and even were among the first to discuss the use of CMO for reversing arthritic conditions and rebuilding the body at the cellular level. We still explain the virtues of CMO as a nutritional supplement and CMO Cream for stiff joints, painful areas, and greater flexibility. I laughed, but agreed with Dr. Mark when he talked about cold water fish and the fact that salmon has no ingredient label.

Chronic disease stems from deficiencies, including the lack of foods and nutrients from foods that prevent inflammation. Your heart, your brain, your nervous system, your nails and hair, your skin, and your immune system are some of the organs and systems that require Omega Fatty Acids to remain strong and healthy.

Needing an ‘oil change’ was a humorous way to clue patients in that they need to make a change in their choices of foods to get healthy oils in their diets. If your foods have been exposed to high heat, if your foods have been processed, if your foods have been canned or stored for more than a month; then it is probable that you are in need of an ‘oil change’ and new food selections to keep your body free from inflammation and other indicators that your body is out of Balance.

Researchers call some of the nasty cells Foam Cells when you have the wrong oils in your blood. These Foam Cells lead to all kinds of health problems. Do you remember when I told you that inflammation is the precursor to cancer? Well, it leads to further irritation and can even create the conditions for infection. Excess conditions in your body are almost as damaging as deficiencies. Either way, you must work to restore Balance…no matter what the cost.

Did you understand what Dr. Oz and Dr. Hyman were trying to accomplish by being O Gladiators? What a silly demonstration! The point is that you don’t want to make your body a battleground.

You need to continue to work toward a balance of healthy oils, just like you need a balance of the vitamin B complex, an array of minerals, and nutrients from your food and your beverage choices. Sure you can supplement what you eat with nutritional supplements to ensure that you have a percentage of each of the Omega Fatty Acids and EFAs daily, but at the end of the day – you simply must learn to consume fabulous foods which provide a natural balance of these oils and co-factors.

We’ve discussed Wild Salmon and Krill Oil with you on several occasions. The best sources are from VitalChoice.com where you can find organic nuts, too. You should also be aware of the healthy chocolate that is offered by VitalChoice on their website.

Vital Choice Wild Salmon – Organic Nuts – Healthy Chocolate

We recommend raw nuts and the best tasting seasoned nuts that you can buy online are flavored with savory and/or sweet spices, herbs, and other goodies. Nuts go rancid quickly, so order from a company who knows their nuts…

Salmon, sardines, mackerel, tuna, anchovies, herring, and other fatty fish MUST be wild to be healthy for you. Flaxseeds and Flaxseed Oil are fine as long as you purchase them from North American Nutrition or Barleans. Those two companies are the only ones we truly trust at this moment. Raw organic nuts and seeds need to be purchased by companies who will guarantee that they are fresh and not rancid.

Crunchy cereals can be a good source when they have flaxseeds, chia seeds, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, or poppy seeds as some of the ingredients along with whole grains and natural sweeteners. Go organic with all of your cereals, including your Granola.

You can add nuts and seeds to your whole grain dishes to jazz them up with herbs, spices, and other delicious seasonings….without forgetting your veggies in the mix. Your dark leafy Greens deserve being dressed up with tasty goodness, too. Healthy oils like almond, olive oil, coconut oil, walnut oil, avocado oil, hemp oil, and seed oils can be used to make salad dressings and sauces for veggies, grains, greens, sprouts, meats, fish, tofu, tempeh, and other main dishes.

We reviewed many sites for Listings of the foods, spices, and other sources for Omega 3 Fatty Acids:

Flaxseeds
Cloves
Walnuts
Oregano
Salmon
Cauliflower
Sardines
Mustard Seeds
Cabbage
Romaine Lettuce
Broccoli
Brussel Sprouts
Winter Squash
Tofu
Summer Squash
Halibut
Collard Greens
Spinach
Kale
Soybeans
Shrimp
Turnip Greens
Cod
Strawberries
Green Beans
Snapper
Scallops
Tuna
Raspberries
Miso

Then again…here are a few more foods that will supply your EFAs:

Pine Nuts
Pistachios
Olives
Borage Oil
Chestnuts
Chicken
Evening Primrose Oil
Black Current Seed Oil
Safflower Oil
Sesame Oil
Pecans
Cashews
Macadamia Nuts
Hazel Nuts
Brazil Nuts

and so many more foods that you can eat raw or prepared with little heat. Be wise and be certain to include these foods and nutritional supplements in your healthy Lifestyle every day.

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