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There are a number of signs which indicate a fatty acid deficiency. Low fatty acid status in the body results in easy- to-spot physical symptoms such as: Soft, peeling or brittle nails; Heart problems; Excessive thirst, frequent urination; Dry, dull or ‘lifeless’ brittle hair and dandruff; Rough or dry ‘bumpy’ skin; Emotional sensitivity (such as depression, excessive mood swings or undue anxiety); Sleep problems (especially difficulties in settling at night and waking in the morning); Attention problems (distractibility, poor concentration and difficulties in working memory). and other conditions. Other Benefits of Omega 3 Fatty Acids Omega-3 fats are an integral part of cell membranes throughout the body and affect the function of the cell receptors in these membranes. They provide the starting point for making hormones that regulate blood clotting, contraction and relaxation of artery walls, and inflammation. They also bind to receptors in cells that regulate genetic function. Omega-3 fats have been shown to help prevent heart disease and stroke, may help control eczema, and rheumatoid arthritis, and may play protective roles in cancer Our Tour Services Include:- International Departures If you damage your car, a me- chanic fixes it. If we damage our body, our immune system comes to our aid, contain- ing any potential infection. and performance) and behavioural function. In fact, infants who do not get enough omega-3 fatty acids from their mothers during pregnancy are at risk for developing vision and nerve problems. The strongest evidence for a beneficial effect of omega-3 fats has to do with heart disease. These fats help the heart beat at a steady clip and not veer into a dangerous or potentially fatal erratic rhythm. Omega-3 fats also lower blood pressure and heart rate, improve blood vessel function, lowers triglycerides and eases inflammation, which plays a role in the development of atherosclerosis. Depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the world. Symptoms include sadness, lethargy and a general loss of interest in life. Anxiety is also a very common disorder, and is characterized by constant worry and nervousness. Interestingly, studies have found that people who consume omega- 3s regularly are less likely to be depressed. When people with depression or anxiety start taking foods rich in omega 3 or supplements, their symptoms get better. Omega-3 fatty acids are highly concentrated in the brain and appear to be important for cognitive (brain memory Kepha Nyanumba is a seasoned Marketing Africa Columnist working as a Consultant Nutritionist at Crystal Health Consultants Limited. You can engage him on this or related matters via mail: [email protected] or follow him on twitter: KNyanumba. Blog: Kephanyanumba.blogspot.com. Tour and travel with us! Educational Tours Adventure Travel Religious Tours Team-Building Tailor Made Packages with Easy Payment Plan Weekend Getaways Golf & Sport Tourism Team Building Student Travel Honeymoon Vacations Chama’s M: 0704 417 218 E: [email protected] W: fcmtravel.com