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MEG-3® contains Omega-3 fatty acids in the form of a healthy used to enrich certain food products (for example, milk and bread) with EPA and DHA. Nutritionists and health professionals have come to recognize the importance of Omega-3 fatty acids to your overall health and they have determined that people do not get enough Omega-3 in their regular diets. By enriching your food with MEG-3®, ONC can help you provide your family with a natural source of Omega-3, which is:
- Nutritious
- Pure
- Convenient
- Safe
With the MEG-3® food ingredient, you can recieve the Omega-3 goodness of fish...without the taste or smell of fish!
Nutrients and Benefits of MEG-3®The main nutrients in MEG-3® are the “essential” Omega-3s EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid). EPA and DHA have been scientifically linked to cardiovascular health, brain health as well as normal growth and development helping to:
- Reduce the risk of coronary heart disease
- Maintain healthy brain function
- Maintain visual acuity
- Reduce inflammation
- Sustain healthy organs
MEG-3® vs. Other Sources of Omega-3sFlax and vegetable oils can only provide you with the Omega-3 called ALA (Alpha-Linolenic acid), which is not nearly as valuable to the body as the Omega-3s EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid). You need to consume fatty fish, such as mackerel, sardines and salmon, foods containing their fish oils, or foods containing MEG-3® to obtain enough EPA and DHA for your well-being.
Properties of MEG-3®MEG-3® is a naturally sourced, safe, and pure product. Impurities from fish oils (contaminants such as PCBs and mercury) are removed before the fish oil is concentrated and captured in microscopic particles. These particles make up the MEG-3® powder, and they have no taste or smell. MEG-3® is the safest source of Omega-3 available.
Look for These Foods Which May Contain MEG-3®
- Baked products, such as bread, tortillas, bagels, rolls, muffins, brownies, and doughnuts
- Dairy products, such as milk, yogurt, cream, and milkshakes
- Cereal and nutrition bars
- Mixed beverages, such as malts, shakes, and smoothies
- Salad dressings and sauces
- Soft Chews
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Omega-3 Overview
Omega-3 fatty acids are a group of polyunsaturated fatty acids found in fish and certain plants that provide important health benefits. In fact, Omega-3 fatty acids are just as important to your health as vitamins, playing a crucial role in cardiovascular health and brain function, as well as normal growth and development. For infants, seniors, and ...
Health Benefits Overview
More than 8,000 studies published over the past 35 years have consistently shown that Omega-3 EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid), are important to your health throughout every stage of your life. Omega-3 EPA and DHA have complementary roles in human health: DHA plays a structural role as a component of cell membranes, while EPA ...
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