How to Best Absorb Omega 3

According to the DHA/EPA Omega-3 Institute at www.dhaomega3.org, Omega-3 fatty acids contribute to healthy neuron functioning in the brain and the eyes. Though there have been no official proclamations regarding the amount of Omega-3s that an individual should consume, ranges from 90mg up to 900mg have been recommended. Omega-3 fatty acids can be obtained from a variety of sources, and while rates of absorption are not greatly affected by the method or source, some tips can improve your absorption of Omega-3 fatty acids.

Things You'll Need

• Omega-3 supplements
• Fish

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Instructions

• 1

  Eat fish. Cooking the fish will not reduce the amount of Omega-3 found in the food source.

• 2

  Take a supplement. Fish oil supplements tend to be the best sources, because they contain both eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids. This variety can lead to better absorption.

• 3

  Take your supplement with a meal. Slightly higher rates of absorption are demonstrated when an Omega-3 supplement is taken with food. However, there has been no documentation that the time of the day will affect the rate of absorption—as long as you take the supplement with food.

• 4

  Mix it up. Along with fish sources, flaxseed or canola oil and English walnuts are a good source of the variety of Omega-3 known as alpha-linolenic acid.