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Omega 3 fatty acid through plant-based diet

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They are tasty and easy to find Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid that is important in maintaining a healthy heart, brain, kidney function, eye, and skin. While the biggest source of omega-3 is fish, there are plenty of plant-based foods as well that are an excellent source of omega-3. This rich and essential fatty acid is abundant in several different plants and those plants also deliver dozens of other important nutrients for balanced health.  Sources include walnuts, flaxseeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds, edamame, seaweed, and algae. Other green leafy vegetables and beans also contain small amounts. Flax Seeds it has the highest quantity of omega-3 fatty acids of any other food, giving more than double the amount of one’s daily recommended needs in a tablespoon and seven times the recommendation in a tablespoon of flaxseed oil. It is a great source of Vitamin A, magnesium, and manganese. Either consume by mixing them in homemade multi-seed crackers or add them to your favorite smoo...