By Norma Psillos, Nutritional Therapist
Omega-3 fatty acids aren’t just about preventing disease—they’re about optimizing how you feel and function. Whether it’s enhancing your mental clarity, keeping your heart healthy, or optimising your vision, these Omega 3 fats are essential at every stage of life.
By making omega-3s a daily priority, either through food sources or taking a high-quality supplement like Cleanmarine Krill Oil you’re investing in your health, vitality for years to come.
How to Get Your Omega-3s daily
Food Sources: Incorporate fatty fish like SMASH – salmon, mackerel, anchovies, sardines and herring into your diet. Plant-based options include flaxseeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds, walnuts and edamame beans.
Supplements: Cleanmarine Krill Oil is an excellent option, providing a balanced dose of EPA and DHA along with the added benefits of astaxanthin and superior absorption. The Omega 3 EPA and DHA is bound to phospholipids which ensures fast and effective absorption into cell membranes, and no fishy repeats!
Why Cleanmarine Krill Oil, also contained in Cleanmarine MenoMin and Cleanmarine PeriodPlan, is a Superior Omega-3 Source
Better Absorption: The omega-3s in Krill Oil are bound to phospholipids, which makes them more bioavailable and easier for your body to absorb compared to traditional fish oil.
Powerful Antioxidant Boost: Krill Oil contains astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant that protects omega-3s from oxidation and may provide additional anti-inflammatory benefits.
Sustainability: Harvested from Antarctic krill, it’s a more sustainable choice with minimal environmental impact.
No Fishy Aftertaste: Unlike some fish oil supplements, Krill Oil is less likely to cause unpleasant aftertaste or reflux.
Why Women Need Omega-3s at Every Life Stage
In Your 20s and 30s: Building a Strong Foundation
Heart Protection: Early prevention of heart disease starts with omega-3s, as they help lower cholesterol and reduce blood pressure, including 3 servings of Omega 3 in our meal plan per week helps to build this strong foundation for a healthy heart in the future
In Your 40s and 50s: Navigating Midlife Changes
Brain Boost: Brian fog is experienced by many women at this time of life and can feel like a mental haze, where concentration, memory, and clarity seem to diminish. EPA and DHA can improve memory, focus, and reduce the risk of cognitive decline, which becomes crucial during perimenopause.
Heart Protection: As women enter their 40s and 50s, heart health becomes a critical focus. Omega-3s play a powerful role in early prevention of heart disease by reducing LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and increasing HDL (good) cholesterol. They also can help to lower blood pressure by improving arterial function and helping to reduce inflammation, which can otherwise lead to plaque buildup.
Vision: Vision can be affected at this time, declining hormones can cause symptoms such as dry irritated eyes, increased sensitivity to light and a deterioration in our retinal health. Omega 3s can help to support tear production thus reducing dry irritated eyes. EPA & DHA have anti-inflammatory properties and support the health of the retina helping to keep vision sharp and preventing decline. Astaxanthin a naturally occurring antioxidant in Krill helps to protect the cells of the eye from age related damage.
In Your 60s and Beyond: Aging Gracefully
Cognitive Health: Regular omega-3 intake can help to support brain function which may help to reduce the risk of alzheimer’s and dementia.
Eye Health: DHA is vital for maintaining vision and helping to prevent macular degeneration.
Heart Longevity: Omega-3s continue to support heart health by helping to reduce triglycerides and supporting arterial function.
Health Claims footnotes
1 DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision
2 EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250mg of EPA and DHA.
3 DHA contributes to maintenance of normal brain function. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250mg DHA.