Essential Fatty Acids

Essential Fatty Acids (EFA's) are necessary fats that humans cannot manufacture and must obtain from the foods they eat. These are the "good fats" that raise your High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) or "good cholesterol" and support a number of vital body functions such as cardiovascular, reproductive and nervous systems. EFA's are needed to manufacture and repair cell membranes and in the production of prostaglandins which regulate body functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, blood clotting, fertility, conception and play a role in immune efficiency by regulating inflammation and encouraging the body to fight infection.

There are 2 families of EFA's:

Omega-3 (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) ALA
Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) LA

The adequate intake per day for Omega-3 fatty acids is 1.1g (1,100mg) for women and 1.6g (1,600 mg) for men, according to Dietary Reference Intakes, 2002.

The Benefits of Salba’s Abundance of Omega 3 Fatty Acids

The omega 3 fatty acids in Salba help promote a strong, healthy cardiovascular system. 
Studies suggest they naturally encourage a healthy cholesterol balance and may help raise
your good HDL cholesterol. They can also help balance blood pressure and improve your circulation.

Salba can help keep blood flowing easily through arteries and blood vessels, reducing your risk of
dangerous clots and blockages that can lead to heart attack or stroke.

Enhance Your Mental Function And Mood
Did you know your brain is 60% fat? It’s true. And it needs omega-3 fatty acids to function properly.
It’s no surprise that researchers have now discovered a link between mental function, mood disorders
and low concentration of omega-3 fatty acids.

Studies suggest the omega-3’s in Salba can help regulate brain cell receptors and mood related 
signals. Salba can help you keep your memory, thoughts, reactions, emotions and reflexes running
smoothly and efficiently through the years.

Strengthen Your Joint And Bone Health
While most of us don’t think about omega-3 fatty acids when it comes to joint and bone health,
maybe we should. Studies suggest these beneficial fatty acids help us stay inflammation free.

Leading nutrition researchers like Dr. Vuksan have discovered omega-3 fatty acids can be converted
into natural anti-inflammatory substances. These counteract the substances that cause pain and
inflammation, like C-reactive proteins. Salba’s high omega-3 content can help you protect against
joint stiffness, swelling and tenderness.

As for your bones? These omega-3’s can help improve calcium absorption for higher bone density.

More Benefits of Salba’s Abundance of Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Promote Normal Blood Sugar
The foods you eat directly affect your blood sugar. And Dr. Vuksan understands the correlation between blood sugar and diet better than most nutritionists. He’s one of the inventors of the revolutionary Glycemic Index.

This index has helped diabetics and non-diabetics choose foods that promote healthy blood sugar levels. Salba has a low Glycemic Index and low carbohydrate. Studies suggest the rich omega-3 content in this super-grain can help promote balanced blood sugar by naturally improving your sensitivity to insulin.

Boost Your Immunity
Your immune system needs certain nutrients to supply your body with disease fighting cells. Some of the most important are essential fatty acids. Studies show that diets high in omega-3 fatty acids help strengthen your immune system against illness and chronic autoimmune diseases. Salba can give your immunity the boost you need to defend against everything from flu bugs to rheumatoid arthritis today and everyday.

Promote Glowing Skin And Full, Healthy Hair
Your skin and hair thrives on essential fatty acids like omega-3’s. Recent research shows essential fatty acids helps skin and hair cells repair and regenerate. When you don’t have enough your skin can dry out, appear rough and wrinkle prematurely. Salba can provide the omega-3’s you need to keep skin firm and young and your hair strong and healthy.

Salba Is Omega-3’s Made Easy
Now you can get your omega-3’s without the expense and difficulty of preparing fish or the unfortunate taste of fish oil. And with Salba there’s no risk of mercury pollution that’s always associated with fish and fish oil products.

Salba is grown and harvested in Peru within nutrient rich areas surrounding the Amazon basin, one of the last natural, pristine environments on earth.

Salba’s 100% natural, non-GMO (genetically modified) and grown under controlled conditions to ensure you get maximum omega-3 nutrition in every single grain.

Salba is the easiest, safest way yet to get the proper levels of omega-3’s that can aid in vigorous energy, great cardiovascular health, a quick-thinking mind, youthful immunity, easy moving joints, strong bones, balanced blood sugar, glowing skin and thick, shiny hair every single day.

Salba™ is the richest known whole food source of Omega-3 in nature. More than 65% of the total fat in Salba® is from Omega-3. Salba® is also naturally low in saturated fat (3g/100g) and provides a small amount of monounsaturated fat (2g/100g).

“The nutritional patterns of Paleolithic humans influenced genetic evolution during a period of time when the defining characteristics of contemporary humans were selected. Our genome has changed little since the beginning of agriculture, so, genetically, humans remain Stone Agers – adapted for a Paleolithic dietary regimen.”

Until now, studies on Paleolithic humans and modern hunter-gatherer populations suggest that humans evolved on a diet that was very different from today’s typical Western diet. The diet of Paleolithic humans was low in total and saturated fat and rich in long chain omega-3 (ω-3) fatty acids. The level of ω-3 fatty acids in their diet was actually to the level of long chain ω-6 fatty acids, which is one of the most commonly consumed fatty acids in the Western world. The ω-3 fatty acids in the Paleolithic diet was provided from plants and the fat of wild game.

Technological developments over the last 100 years have contributed to a shift in fat consumption patterns in the West. Specifically, the intakes of (1)  trans fatty acids, found mainly in products made with hydrogenated vegetable oils, and (2) ω-6 fatty acids, found in vegetable oils and animal products derived from grain-fed livestock, have increased dramatically over the past century.

The modern diet in the West is very high in saturated fat, ω-6 fatty acids, and low in ω-3 fatty acids. This imbalance has led some nutrition experts to recommend increasing ω-3 fatty acid intake. ω-3 fatty acids are now known to be essential for infant growth and development and to protect against heart disease, thrombosis, hypertension and inflammatory and autoimmune disorders.

Is There an Optimal Dietary Ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 Fatty Acids?
The current dietary ω-6/ω-3 ratio ranges from about 10:1 to 5:1, indicating that typical Western diets are low in ω-3 fatty acids compared with the Paleolithic diet on which humans evolved.
The ω-6/ω-3 ratio of the Paleolithic diet was much lower at 1:1.
At present, Health Canada Recommends a ratio of 6:1, particularly for pregnant and lactating women and infants.

The FAO/WHO joint committee recommends a ratio of 5:1 and advises individuals consuming diets with a higher ratio, to consume more foods containing ω-3 fatty acids such as green leafy vegetables, legumes and fish and other seafood.6 The U.S. Food and Nutrition Board has not specified a dietary recommendation for the ω-6/ω -3 fatty acid ratio.

What is the n-6/n-3 Fatty Acid Ratio of Salba?
In Salba, the ω-3 fatty acid content is 4 times higher than the ω-6 fatty acid content, such that the ω-6/ω-3 ratio is 0.3:1. By comparison, the ω-6/ω-3 ratio of corn oil is 82:1; for soybean oil it is 7:1; and for canola oil it is 1:1. The very high level of α-linolenic ω-3 acid in Salba makes it an excellent source of ω-3 fatty acids for individuals in the West.

Is There an Optimal Intake of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in The Human Diet?
Based on measurements of ω-3 fatty acids in plasma and erythrocyte lipids, to sustain optimal health, the intake of ω-3 fatty acids has been estimated to be a minimum of 800-1100 mg/d for children and adults. Although this amount seems to be sufficient to sustain living, it is not enough to improve human health. A growing body of evidence indicates that to achieve the health benefits associated with consuming a ω-3 fat, an adult must eat at least 2.2g/2000kcal/day.7 The same organization and other health authorities suggest that the ‘cardio-protective’ benefits are more likely to be optimal at an intake of at least 2g/day. It is estimated that the current daily consumption of ω-3 fatty acids in the West is less than this.

Cardio-protective Properties of Omega-3 in Health and Disease of Adults:
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common cause of death in the Western world.8 Diet has been implicated in the pathogenesis of this disease.9 Of great interest is the role of ω-3 fatty acids in CHD. Numerous population studies have shown that in groups of people who consume high amounts of  the ω-3 fatty acid α-linolenic acid (ALA), much fewer CHD events occur than in groups of people who consume low amounts of ω-3 fatty acids.

In addition, clinical studies have demonstrated that feeding men and women an ALA rich diet versus a typical Western diet reduces the incidence of CHD events by 50-70%.13,14 This is direct evidence of the importance of increasing ALA in the Western diet. These ‘cardio-protective’ properties of ω-3 fatty acids seem to be related to a lower level of arteriosclerosis and a reduction in cardiac arrhythmias.

Do Infants Require Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Growth and Development?
DHA, which is a type of ω-3 fatty acid, is rapidly incorporated into the lipid of the brain and retina during the last trimester of pregnancy and the first year of life. Pre-term infants fed formula rich in DHA, for example, develop visual acuity more rapidly than those fed standard infant formula low in ω-3 LCFAs.

Salba Has More Omega-3’s Than Any Other Food!

There are thousands of health studies linking diets high in omega-3 fatty acids to youthful aging.
Research shows these beneficial fatty acids can help you maintain a healthy heart, a sharp mind,
improved natural defenses, easy moving joints, strong bones, smooth skin and balanced blood sugar.

It’s no wonder more health conscious people are choosing supplements of omega-3 fish oil products.
While these supplements can increase omega-3 levels, choosing naturally occurring omega-3’s in fresh,
wild caught salmon is your best source—up until now.

Salba is the richest whole food source of naturally occurring omega 3’s found in nature. How rich?
Dr. Vuksan discovered that just 3 ½ ounces of Salba contains the same amount of omega-3’s
as 28 ounces of Atlantic salmon!

There’s not a more convenient way to enrich your diet with omega-3’s than Salba.
Just one serving (two tablespoons) of this super-grain is the equivalent of 3,050mg of omega-3’s!

Salba can help you improve your heart health!

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