Omega-3: What every vegan should know!
Omega-3 fatty acids form an essential constituent of one's daily diet. Therefore, everyone should make conscious efforts to include rich sources of Omega-3. Luckily, you don't have to turn your heads to fish or fish oil supplements to get them.
In this blog, we look at a few common questions that may arise if you are a vegan or planning to turn one.
What are omega-3 fatty acids?
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential components of the membranes that surround each cell in the body. In addition, Omega-3 aids many vital functions in the heart, blood vessels, lungs, immune system, and endocrine system.
The three main omega-3 fatty acids are alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). ALA is found mainly in plant-based foods such as flaxseed, soybean, walnuts, chia seeds etc., while DHA and EPA are...