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Essential Fatty Acids For Healthy Living
Feeling lost when the topic shifts to essential fatty acids? Are "Omega-3" and "Omega-6" Greek to you? If so, then it's important that you take a moment to read up on these dietary requirements and ensure that you're getting everything you need for optimal performance. It may be easier than you think!
The first category of fatty acids is called Linoleic Acid (LA), which falls into the poly-unsaturated category. The second is called Alpha Linolenic Acid (LNA), also from the poly-unsaturated category but sometimes referred to as "super-unsaturated" because of its extremely low melting point.
LA and LNA facilitate the production of other naturally produced fatty acids, so they're really important supplements to get the body energized. Additionally, growing processes and mental functions are improved as the fatty acids act as transporters of oxygen, electrons and energy in and out of cells. With these acids, hemoglobin production is stimulated and nutrients pass along cell membranes effortlessly. Digestive functions are improved and chronic heartburn becomes a thing of the past.
The recovery time from fatigue is shortened and the damage from saturated fats is reduced, since these fatty acids helps to disperse and transport the bad cholesterol out of the system.
How does one know if he or she is suffering from a deficiency of Linoleic Acid? Symptoms include Eczema-like skin conditions, loss of hair, behavioral outbursts, liver and kidney degeneration, excessive thirst and sweating, arthritis, reproductive failure and increased healing time for wounds or infections.
Essential fatty acids like Linoleic Acid can be found in the "Omega-6" family: vegetables, fruits, nuts, grains and seeds. Other good sources include safflower, sunflower, corn, primrose, pumpkin, wheat germ and soya oils.
Doctors have used Omega-6 / LNA essential fatty acids to reduce inflammation, treat menstrual disorders, improve skin conditions (like acne or psoriasis) and rejuvenate hair follicles.
Telltale signs of Linolenic Acid deficiency are: weakness, impaired vision or learning ability, poor motor skills, tingling in the arms and legs, behavioral outbursts and poor growth.
Essential fatty acids like Linolenic Acid can be found in the "Omega-3" family: mustard seeds, pumpkin seeds, soya bean, walnut oil, green leafy vegetables, grains, spirulina, fish, canola oil and flaxseed oil.
UK research shows that children given essential fatty acids (notably the Omega-3's) scored higher on reading tests, had generally better behavior and less incidences of ADD. Omega-3 treatment has been used by doctors to naturally treat Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, depression, inflammation, arthritis and autoimmune disorders. Harvard University research has also been shown to help with high blood pressure, cholesterol and in cancer prevention.
To improve overall body functions, including mental health and skin conditions, adding one serving of fish or nuts each day can be all it takes. Doctors especially recommend flaxseed, flaxseed oil and fish oil supplements. A balance of the two is crucial for good health, as too much Omega-6 can sometimes have reverse effects.
For vegetarians, good sources of fatty acids include: soy milk, cereals rich in Vitamin D and B12, whole grain breads and leafy green vegetables. It's important, however, that the vegan or vegetarian combine their vegetable intake with iron (pulses, tofu, nuts), calcium (legumes, cashews, almonds) and B12 (wheat germ, yeast extract, avocados). In order to work, these acids need vitamins (A, B3, B6, C, E) and minerals (Magnesium, Zinc) to perform.
Since the Industrial Revolution, there have been dramatic alterations in human food supply, which compromise the quality and quantity of our nutrient intake. While saturated trans-fats have become heavily regulated over the years, most people's diet patterns are far from balanced.
Many people are exposed to a disproportionate amount of Omega-6, compared to Omega-3. Doctors now use essential fatty acids to treat everything from heartburn symptoms to eczema.
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Always Tired - It Could Be A Liver Problem
The most common complaint I hear is that people always feel tired. There are many causes of chronic tiredness. Sometimes it's obvious like not getting enough sleep, but other times it can be due to an underlying health issue. Chronic tiredness can be a frustrating condition. There usually isn't a simple solution to it and any medical tests are likely to come back 'normal'.
One reason for chronic tiredness is a problem with liver function. In this article I'm going to explore liver problems and how they could cause chronic tiredness.
Common symptoms of liver problems include:
· Feel tired and unrefreshed when you wake up
· Energy levels fluctuate throughout the day, with your tiredness becoming worse around mid-morning and/or mid-afternoon
· Difficulty losing weight
· Allergies and intolerances to foods that are worsening as time goes on
· Reactions to many chemicals including cleaning products, petrol, paint, perfumes, bleaches, etc.
· Problems digesting fatty/creamy/oily foods. They can make you feel unwell, nauseous or cause heart burn and reflux
· A yellowish tinge to the skin, eyes and palms of the hands
· Reactions to drugs, in particular headache tablets, antibiotics and anti-histamines
· An intolerance to alcohol
· Frequent headaches and bad breath
· Skin problems such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, general rashes, itchy skin
The liver has many roles within our body and is the hardest working organ we have. If you have a liver problem, there are two main reasons that you may experience chronic tiredness.
Firstly, the liver is our main detoxification organ and it does this three ways.
1. During Phase 1 and 2 detoxification processes, it coordinates the excretion of most wastes and toxins through the four main elimination pathways - kidneys, skin, bowels and lungs. In order to this, it may have to convert fat soluble toxins into a water soluble form.
2. Along with the kidneys, it is continuously filtering and cleansing the blood.
3. It produces bile, one of the main carriers of toxins out of the body.
If the liver becomes congested – either from a high level of toxins in the body or because bile flow is blocked or reduced – there will be a build-up of wastes and toxins in the blood stream. This can pollute the body's fluids and tissues and place an extra burden on the other eliminative organs. This situation will commonly lead to an increase in general tiredness and sluggishness as well as a number of other symptoms (see list above). This is why people who follow a detoxification programme often experience an improvement in their energy; their skin clears and they lose weight.
Secondly, the liver is involved in carbohydrate metabolism. It's especially important in maintaining a normal blood glucose level. When blood glucose levels are low, the liver can break down glycogen (the glucose stored in muscle and liver cells) into glucose and release it into the bloodstream for instant energy. The liver can also convert proteins and fatty acids into energy. Therefore, if the liver's function is compromised your blood sugar will fluctuate leading to episodic tiredness, especially around mid-morning and/or mid-afternoon.
Our liver needs to be cared for and supported with a healthy diet. Certain herbal medicine, amino acids, foods and supplements can protect and regenerate the liver back to health. But remember - it's always easier to prevent something going wrong than to fix it after it's broken.
Please note: The information in this article is not intended to take the place of a personal relationship with a qualified health practitioner nor is it intended as medical advice.
About the Author
Alison Cassar is a naturopathic practitioner and nutritionist and runs a busy clinic in Sydney, Australia. Her website and e-book http://www.whydoifeeltired.com explores the many causes of tiredness as well as solutions and prevention.
