In order to achieve optimal health, it’s important that we eat the right foods for proper nutrition. There are additional vitamins nutrients that we can take daily to get what our bodies need. Essential fatty acids, or EFAs, are two fatty acids known to be vital for humans: alpha-linolenic acid (an omega-3 fatty acid) and linoleic acid (an omega-6 fatty acid). The body cannot make EFAs on its own. Therefore, we must ingest them.

There are numerous benefits to giving the body EFAs, including improved risk factors in heart disease, improved depression and anxiety, fighting age-related mental decline, reducing inflammation and fighting autoimmune diseases.

Incorporate these foods to get more EFAs in your diet.

  • Seafood (Salmon, anchovies, herring, sardines, oysters)
  • Eggs
  • Yogurt
  • Flaxseed, chia and pumpkin seeds
  • Cod liver oil
  • Kale
  • Spinach
  • Broccoli
  • Brussel sprouts
  • Omega-3 and omega-6 supplements
  • Walnuts
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