Omega-3
What is Omega-3?
Omega-3 is the name of a type of fat that is found in oil-rich
fish. It comes from the family of 'good' fats that are not only
beneficial for health but are essential in the diet. These fats
cannot be made by the body, so a dietary supply is essential.
Why is Omega-3 good for you?
From healthy hearts to healthy minds, everyone can benefit
from increasing their Omega-3 intake and thereby significantly
reduce the chance of developing diseases such as cancer and heart
disease. It can help young people perform well at sports and
concentrate on their studies. It also satisfies hunger, and people
who regularly eat oily fish tend to be healthier and slimmer. It is
also associated with brain development, joint function and healthy
skin.
Where do I find Omega-3?
For some time, seafood has been recognised as the best dietary
source of Omega-3 oils. New research from Seafish has revealed that
a greater range of seafoods contain high concentrations of Omega-3
oils than previously realised. To help you make the right choices,
Seafish has produced an Omega-3 league table of more than 40 of the
most Omega-3 rich seafoods.
Protecting fish stocks
We are involved in a number of important initiatives to protect fish stocks for future generations, in partnership with the fishing and aquaculture industries.
Omega-3 guide
Check out this helpful Omega-3 guide we've produced. You can use it to see how much Omega-3 is in your favourite seafood dishes and which fish and seafood to eat if you want to increase your Omega-3 intake.