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MICROS & MACROS: OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS COMMON SOURCES OF
OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS:
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids Omega-3 fatty acids are believed to
that our bodies cannot make. There are three improve our health and lower our risk for
main components of omega-3 Fatty Acids: chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular • Fish and seafood, especially
Alpha-linoleic Acid (ALA), Docosahexaenoic disease, lower our risk for certain cancers, cold-water fatty fish like salmon
Acid (DHA), and Eicosapentaenoic Acid Alzheimer’s disease, eye-related diseases, and • Nuts and seeds
(EPA). Rheumatoid Arthritis. It is also essential for • Plant oils
infant development.
Our bodies use omega-3s in many ways. • Fortified foods like eggs from
It is a component of the membrane that Since our bodies cannot make these fatty hens that consumed diets
surrounds the cells within our body. DHA is acids, we must get them from other food enriched with omega-3s,
found in higher levels in the eyes, brain, and sources or supplements. Some foods naturally yogurt, juices, milk, soy-based
male reproductive cells. Omega-3s also give contain omega-3s, while others are fortified. beverages, as well as infant
us calories and play a role in many functions If you prefer taking a supplement, you can formulas
of our hearts, blood vessels, and lungs, as find omega-3s in fish oil, krill oil, cod liver oil,
well as our immune and endocrine systems. and algae oil, a vegetarian source derived from Source:
Our bodies can convert some ALA into EPA; algae. However, omega-3 supplements may https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/
however, it is done in small amounts, making interact with medication, so be sure to speak Omega3FattyAcids-Consumer/
it important to seek out other sources. with your doctor before taking a supplement.

From the Kitchen:

MEDITERRANEAN SALMON SKEWERS

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes DIRECTIONS:
Total Time: 20 minutes Heat grill to high.
INGREDIENTS: Skewer** salmon pieces with the lemon
1 lb. salmon fillets, skin removed, cut into 2" slices folded in half, then brush with olive
pieces oil and season all over with salt and pepper.
3 lemons, sliced into ½" rounds Grill skewers until salmon is cooked through,
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing about 145°F, turning once, 6 to 8 minutes.
Kosher salt Garnish with dill and serve.
Freshly ground black pepper Adapted from:
Torn fresh dill, for garnish https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/
** Soak your skewers in water while preparing the recipes/a47375/mediterranean-salmon-skewers-
ingredients to prevent them from burning on the grill recipe/

Calories 236, Total Fat 14g, Saturated Fat 0g, Unsaturated Fat 14g, Cholesterol 62mg, Sodium 287mg,
Carbohydrates 3g, Fiber <1 g, Sugar <1 g, Protein 23g