What are potential benefits for Omega 3 fatty acid?

Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, are essential nutrients humans cannot synthesize adequate amounts from ALA and must be obtained from the diet. Strong, consistent research exists on the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids and a diet balanced in omega-3 and omega-6 intake. Omega-6 fatty acids come from meat products, vegetable oils, and nuts so the general population consumes tremendously higher amounts of omega-6 fatty acids versus omega-3. Since EPA and DHA come mainly from seafood, fish oil supplementation is a great way of increasing omega-3 intake and balancing the ratio with omega-6, especially for those who do not consume adequate amounts of fish.

The three major Omega 3s include α-linolenic acid (ALA; vegetable origin) Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA; marine source) and Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA; also marine source). The richest dietary sources of EPA and DHA are marine animals with oily fish (like mackerel, sardines, herrings, and salmon). ALA is found in plant and plant seed sources. ALA, EPA and DHA are important for various bodily functions (i.e. heart health, brain health, eye health).