Everyone knows that the Mediterranean diet is one of the most nutrient-rich and healthy in the world. Based on the consumption of vegetables, cereals, fish and white meat; It helps maintain good health and reduce the possible problems that the body has to face over time.
The renowned psychiatrist Marián Rojas Estapé agrees with this, who in one of her most recent talks has highlighted the benefits of consuming fatty acids, such as omega 3, which she not only describes as a “natural anti-inflammatory”, but also Its properties stand out for its consumption, since it helps lower cortisol levels and even reduces the chances of suffering from cancer, among other things.
“Omega 3 is like fish oil. Today it is proven that cortisol produces tissue inflammation. So much so, that it has already been scientifically proven that cancer originates in inflamed nuclei of the body, and cortisol enhances this inflammation,” the psychiatrist begins by explaining, going on to highlight the qualities of the fatty acid as a “natural anti-inflammatory.”
“Taking omega 3 every day helps prevent somatization, headaches, muscle pain, gastro-intestinal pain derived from anxiety… For people who are a little hyperactive, who tend to get sad or be depressed,” she continues to explain.
The psychiatrist ends by explaining that emotion is the feeling when it touches the body, so it can be controlled.
The Spanish Heart Foundation (FEC) states that the consumption of omega 3 contributes to maintaining normal cholesterol levels, in addition to being essential in the proper functioning of the brain. These types of acids are not produced by our body, so we must incorporate them into our body through food.
The main source of omega 3 is oily fish such as tuna, herring, bonito, anchovy, mackerel, horse mackerel, salmon or sardine; but we can also find it in some vegetable oils and in some vegetables, such as Brussels sprouts or spinach.
The World Health Organization (WHO) advises consuming between 0.3-0.5 g of omega 3 per day, with a minimum of 250 mg daily. If you do not reach the recommended consumption with food, it may be necessary to supplement.
