Stalking the Elusive Omega-3s

Good sources of a hard-to-find fatty acid

Sources of omega-3 acids. Foods high in healthy fat, vitamin and antioxidants. Top view. Panorama, banner

Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are vital to health. They help make hormones, build cell membranes, and prevent degenerative disease.

The body can’t synthesize EFAs on its own, so it needs a food source to meet its needs. The foods to focus on are those rich in omega-3s.