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Essential fatty acids cannot be manufactured by the body,
but are necessary for healthy body function. Normal development and function of
the nerves and brain are dependent upon a sufficiency of essential fatty acids.
Our Omega 3-6-9 is guaranteed 100% natural.
Many formulas available for sale include those made from
fish oils like salmon, sardines, anchovies and mackerel. However because many
people have concerns about fish taste and smell and also because of repeated
health concerns over contaminated fish supplies***, Perfect Shape have
chosen to only offer oils pressed from seeds of flax, evening primrose, canola.,
blackcurrant and pumpkin. The fatty acids from these oils are equally as potent
as those found in fish oils without none of the concerns of health and safety or
taste.
*** The Food Standards Agency suggests eating
no more than one portion per week of the above mentioned fish as it may contain
harmful dioxins - so it makes sense to supplement with oils which are NOT
derived from fish - for your own health's sake.
Why Do We Need Essential Fatty
Acids ?
EFA's fall into 3 family groups, according to
their chemical structure:
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids
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Omega-6 Fatty Acids
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Omega-9 Fatty Acids
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Chemical Categories
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ALA or LNA
Alpha linolenic acid
DHA
Docosahexaenoic acid
EPA
Eicosapentaenoic acid |
LA
Linoleic Acid
CLA
Conjugated Linoleic Acid
GLA
Gamma Linoleic Acid |
Oleic Acid
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Food Sources
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Evening primrose, flaxseed, hemp oil.
Also salmon, cod, halibut, fresh tuna, mackerel. |
canola and corn oil, black currant oil,
borage oil, flaxseed oil, evening primrose oil, chestnut oil, soy oils
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Olive, canola and flax oil |
Omega 3 EFAs have been the subject of a multitude
of scientific studies showing that they not only promote cardiovascular health,
but also mood and cognition, as well as skin conditions.
Omega 6 EFAs are involved in a complex interaction that leads to the
production of prostoglandins in the body. The body uses prostoglandins to
control inflammation, dilate blood vessels and regulate immune function.
Omega 9 is a monounsaturated fat not considered essential but it does
play beneficial roles in human health.
Omega oils are essential Anti-Inflammatories:
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
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reduces morning stiffness
reduces joint inflammation |
Omega-6 GLA |
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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symptom reduction in Crohn's & Ulcertive
Colitis
reduced incidence of relapse |
Omega-3 Oils
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Omega oils are essential for Behavioural, Cognitive and
and Mood Health: About 30% of the dry weight of the brain and eyes are
comprised of EFAs. A supply is crucial for retinal and brain cell function. EFAs
can help revitalise nerves.
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Mood & Cognitive Health problems
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helps stabilise bipolar depression
helps control psychotic symptoms in schizophrenia
improves cognition in Alzheimer's
improves attention deficit in children
improves autism and dyslexia |
Omega-3 Oils
Omega-3 DHA
Omega 6 GLA |
Omega oils are essential for Hormonal Health:
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Men & Womens Health problems
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improves calcium metabolism in older
women with osteoporosis
helps control symptoms of premenstrual syndrome & dysmennorhoea
decreases testosterone & lowers PSA levels in prostate cancers |
Omega-3 +Omega-6
Omega-3 DHA+Omega-6
Omega 6 GLA |
Omega oils are essential for Circulation & Lipid
Reduction: EFAs are important in oxygen transfer,
red blood cell production, and control of nutrient passage through cell
membranes.
| Heart
Disease |
reduces blood triglycerides,
improves blood flow
lowers cholesterol
lowers high blood pressure
inhibits atherosclerotic plaque |
Omega-3 Fish Oils
Omega-6 GLA |
| Obesity
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promotes weight loss
increases metabolism of brown adipose tissue |
Omega-6 GLA (Borage)
Omega-6 CLA |
Omega oils are essential for Skin Health: Omegas
give skin and hair cells greater fluidity and flexibility. The skin?s cutaneous
permeability barrier is maintained, thus preventing trans-dermal water loss that
results in dry skin.
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Skin Conditions
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reduces itching in eczema
reduces dry, flaky symptoms of psoriasis
conditions hair and skin |
Omega-3 Fish Oils
Omega-3 DHA |
Suggested Usage :2 softgels daily.
Supplement Facts - Serving size 2 softgels -
servings per container 50
| Nutrient/Ingredient
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Per Serving(2gels)
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Daily Value
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| Calories |
20 |
n/a |
| Calories from Fat
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20 |
n/a |
| Total Fat |
2g |
3% |
| Saturated Fat |
< 0.5g |
2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat
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1.5g |
n/a |
| Monounsaturated Fat
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< 0.5g |
n/a |
| Cholesterol |
0mg |
0% |
| Flax Seed Oil (cold pressed, organic,
linum usitatissimuml seed) |
1400mg |
n/a |
| Evening Primrose Oil (cold pressed,
oenothere biennsi seed) |
300mg |
n/a |
| Canola Oil (cold pressed)
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260mg |
n/a |
| Black Currant Oil (ribes nigrum seed)
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20mg |
n/a |
| Pumpkin Seed Oil (cucurbita pepo seed)
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20mg |
n/a |
| Other Ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerine,
Water, and Carob |
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