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Week Nine: Omega-3 Fatty Acids: The Super Supplement
One supplement that helps to balance out all of the metabolic control points associated with weight gain and shift the metabolism in the direction of fat loss is Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s have been extensively researched over the past few years and have become popular as people have been made aware of their many benefits. Known as essential fatty acids, omega-3 fats can’t be manufactured by the body and must be obtained from the diet. The problem with the North American diet is that it is rich in omega-6 fats and deficient in omega-3 fats which lead to a deficiency in these crucial fats. Commonly found in flaxseed oil and fish oil, omega-3s are involved in many vital processes in the body including being a potent regulator of, especially chronic inflammation. Because this is an underlying issue in obesity leading to heart disease, high cholesterol and type 2 diabetes, omega-3 fats should be taken throughout your entire weight loss program and beyond. Since these fatty acids help to control inflammation they can help with leptin resistance because the main reason for this occurring is inflammation. What taking omega-3 means for you is that your metabolism will increase, you’ll feel less hungry and experience more fat loss. Omega-3’s can help to put a brake on your sugar cravings by helping to increase insulin sensitivity (making the cells more responsive to insulin and reducing the crash associated with fluctuating blood sugar levels). Finally, omega-3s also fight stress by reducing cortisol levels minimizing weight gain in the midsection.
Omega-3 fats are a great complement to your Metabolic Booster and Accelerator/Reduce supplements to help balance blood sugar levels, increase metabolism and maintain your health over the long-term. They enhance the effectiveness of Metabolic Booster and Accelerator/Reduce by helping to accelerate the weight loss process. It helps to maintain weight loss and improve long-term health by decreasing inflammation and improving well-being.