24/09/2025
Foods Rich in Omega-3s 🐟🥑
A few weeks ago we posted about seed oils and omega-6 fats, now let’s turn to their counterpart: omega-3s.
These essential fats are crucial for heart health, brain function, eye health and even play a role in regulating inflammation.
Most people in Western diets get plenty of omega-6s but not enough omega-3s. This imbalance may affect overall health, which is why it’s important to include omega-3 rich foods regularly.
💡 Top food sources:
Oily fish (salmon, sardines, mackerel, trout, anchovies) → rich in EPA & DHA, the active forms of omega-3.
Plant-based options (chia seeds, flaxseeds, h**p seeds, walnuts) → provide ALA, which the body can convert into EPA/DHA (though only in small amounts).
Fortified foods (certain milks, eggs and spreads).
Instead of cutting out seed oils or fearing omega-6s, focus on balance.
Keeping oily fish or plant-based omega-3s in your diet a few times a week can help support long-term health and complement the fats you’re already eating.