Plant Sources of Omega-3

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[FedericoRossetti]

Unfortunately eating fish is now becoming dangerous due to the high pollution in oceans...

[TheWarrrenator]

I recommend putting whole flaxseed in a coffee grinder (be sure to clean the coffee out first) then adding it to pancake and waffle mixes or other baking needs and it will be hearty egg replacement.

[REGENETARIANISM]

Not everyone converts ALA to EPA to DHA equally. Some people don't make the full conversion at all. Moreover, you have to watch Omega 6 to 3' ratios since high ratios of 6 to 3 will inhibit conversion of ALA to EPA to DHA.

[savyluvspie]

Cool video. But why no mention of walnuts, chia seeds and hemp seeds? They are all high in Omega 3.

[judyjackson]

Answer: walnuts, canned albacore and salmon, hemp hearts, chia seeds, asparagus, broccoli, blueberries, pumpkin seeds, sweet potatoe, almonds, flax seeds, alvacado, eggs.

[chrisiverzen]

You can also get DHA and EPA omega-3 fatty acids from algae

[HelennaRainhaDeTroia]

Thank you for this video. Short, understandable and clear. This is public service.
Applause
(if anyone knows the equivalent for chia seeds...
Also, I wonder the content in collard greens... SInce my childhood that I love those greens in soups and a dish we have with collard greens and white beans. My instincts go crazy with the idea of eating them. I think we all have good instincts for what our body needs and the food we crave. Last time I checked they provided a whole bunch of nutrients that paired with the white beans provided a considerable amount of calcium. No wonder I loved them in my childhood but still do... Anyway... Collard greens from thaat place where I lived are very different from others :) Gifts from the land...who knows

[Trthsker]

Sadly the fish we have access to in USA is subpar at best.

[PassionataDance]

There is a weed called purslane. It has alot of ala.

[nithink]

Am Using Swasth Flaxseed Omega-3 Chapati Atta is a good way to incorporate omega-3 fatty acids into your diet. Here’s a detailed explanation about ALA, EPA, and DHA, and how they relate to omega-3 fatty acids:
Seriously it's good taste

[RashaudMonroe]

Why do people sleep on walnuts?! Theyre amazing for you bro

[dontbefooled]

What if you suffer from osteoarthitis and necrosis of a hip. Is seafood still recommended and suggested?

[bradstell]

Thanks Bobby. I guess I was a little concerned about the amount. How much. How many walnuts. What is the RDA? Thank you again for your thoughts. Brad

[grownupgoth]

Excellent. Wish video was longer though.

[AnnieNugget]

I'm highly allergic to fish and shellfish and nuts so I really struggle to find omega 3. And because I'm allergic to fish im skeptical of algea sources because of its constant contact with marine life.

[budgetking]

I saw a video where a guy said peanuts are bad, because of the omega 3, all these conflicting informations is so confusing

[bradstell]

For healthy brain aging, can we get enough Omega 3's from a whole food plant-based diet? How many walnuts daily meet the RDA? Thank you to whomever knows this and answers. :) Blessings,

[sienalenni]

hello
i had chia seeds /flax seeds/avocado /salmon/tuna/mackerel, all in one week to lose weight as i suffer from under active thyroid and i broke out with acne on my face and back.
i need to know what to eat together and how much to eat in the day and what to eat to get the right 3 6 9 ratio? thanks


meal 1.
oats
honey
berries
almond milk
chia/almonds/flax/macha powder x 1tbsp mixed


meal 2.
protien drink
udos greens powder


meal 3.
salmon fillet
green beans
brown rice/quinoa- sometimes swapped for sweet potato


mela 4.
1 small avocado
x1 scrambled egg
olive oil tsp/cooking
mixed vegetables


natural nut bar or home made flap jack with seeds and nuts added


water / black coffee

[MohsinKhan-nnxu]

*I can't have any seafood im allergic to it, I need to get omega 3 but I heard flaxseed isn't also good?*

[dasikakn]

Do you have to eat this in one day or can our body store and use on an ongoing basis if say we ate walnut butter equivalent of 1-2 cups of fresh walnuts?