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ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS
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These Essential Fatty Acids are critical to properly metabolize fats, but the dietary habits of most Americans have led to a consistent deficiency in these essential nutrients. Although found in most "raw" vegetable oils, fatty acids are converted to trans-fatty acids when heated or oxidized. Unfortunately, these trans-fatty acids cannot be used by the body. In fact, trans-fatty acids have been linked to many negative and potentially serious health conditions.
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Essential fatty acids are sources of Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids (technically categorized as polyunsaturated fatty acids). The body must have these essential fatty acids, yet cannot synthesize them itself. One of the main functions of essential fatty acids is the production of prostaglandins which are hormone-like substances that regulate many body functions. They basically control every cell of the body on a second-by-second basis. They are required for energy production. They increase oxidation and metabolic rate. Energy levels go up with high stamina and decreased recovery time from fatigue.
The brain does not function without essential fatty acids.
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A few benefits of essential fatty acids would include:
- Affect HDL and LDL ratios positively
- Reduce platelet stickiness
- Increase circulation
- Reduce blood pressure
- Slow cholesterol production
- Prevent inflammation
- Reduce joint tenderness
- Stimulate the immune system
- Assist in the balancing of hormones, especially as related to PMS and Menopause
- Form a structural part of all cell membranes and thus regulate the traffic of substances in and out of the cells in addition to protecting the cell against invading toxins, bacteria, viruses and allergens.
*Information above is directly from Vol. 1, Number 5 of the Journal*
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In addition essential fatty acids can help with:
- Inflammatory problems
- Individuals with Crohn's disease
- May inhibit growth of malignant cells
- Blood pressure and various other cardiovascular disorders
- Depression
- Skin Care
- Digestion
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For a very good understanding of the role that vitamins play with other nutrients in giving the body what it needs for the prevention and reversal of many chronic illnesses such as diabetes, arthritis, prostate inflamation, osteoporosis, and other health challenges; listen to the very humorous, frightening ,and factual audio tape called "Cheating Death" by Dr. Steven Whiting. This audio is based on over 100 clinical studies published in the major medical journals from around the world.
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