Alchemical Wizard 30 : The Omega's
There are really only two essential fatty acids! Alpha-linolenic acid, one of many omega-3 fatty acids, and linoleic acid, one of many omega-6 fatty acids. The biological body can convert these two essential fatty acids into all the other fatty acids the body needs, but our biological body is not always able to do this adequately for optimum health. For this reason, a wide variety of healthy fats are essential for optimum health!
When our diet is lacking in these oils or when we are making too few long chain omega-3s, our biological body makes do with whatever is available. We end up using saturated fatty acids and harmful trans fats in cellular processes. The fatty acids created are less flexible, which reduces the elasticity of the artery walls and the speed at which messages are passed between nerve cells in the brain!
So why am I bringing this up for our Ascension Health? Many of us are starting to eat more Plant-based diets and Vegan. Most of our diets don’t have enough omega-6's and 9's unless we are eating a good Mediterranean diet! Consider that we need good brain functions to be able to use our discernment and cognitive skills. Having essential Omega's in balance, is crucial in optimizing our Avatars (biological/light body's) health!
Omega-3's are a type of polyunsaturated fat. They’re deemed essential fatty acids because they’re necessary for health but cannot be made by our biological body. Thus, we must get them from our diet. Rather than being stored and used for energy, they play important roles in many bodily processes, including inflammation, heart health, and brain function. Omega-3 deficiency is associated with impaired cognitive ability, depression, heart disease, arthritis and many other health problems. So keeping the Omega-3,6,9 ratio in balance is important for overall health!
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats that have numerous health benefits. However, not all omega-3's are created equal. Among 11 types, the 3 most important are ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). ALA is mostly found in plants, while EPA and DHA are found in animal foods like fatty fish and Micro Algae! ALA (alpha- linolenic acid) is considered an essential fatty acid because it is required for human health, but cannot be synthesized by humans. It is in fact a plant-derived fatty acid. Humans can synthesize other omega-3 fatty acids from ALA, including EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid).
All vegan/vegetarian DHA+EPA supplements are derived from algae instead of fish or krill. While research on algal oil supplementation is limited, studies so far have suggested that it's bio-availability and subsequent health benefits are comparable to that of fish or krill based DHA+EPA sources. OK, usually it’s a completely natural and original source of DHA and EPA except when the Algal that is being grown, is being fed, GMO corn syrup! But there are environmental benefits to choosing algal oil, like over fishing (catching fish at rates higher than fish can reproduce) that negatively affects ocean food chains, increases global food insecurity, and destroys coral reefs! Suffice to say, algae based DHA+EPA supplements are a much more sustainable choice than fish based supplements.
Every cell in our biological body is surrounded by the essential fatty acids EPA and DHA. These fatty acids support our hearts and brains and allows the body's hormones to communicate messages to the cells. For an example, we eat a meal high in carbohydrates or sugars. Our body's produce insulin to corral the sugars and drive it into the cells and get it out of the blood. Now with omega-3's in abundance this would be an easy clean up process. Without them, the process would be slowed down radically!
Let's just look at extra virgin olive oil for a moment. EVOO contains a small amount of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids and contains polyphenols which are a form of antioxidant. Polyphenols fight oxidative stress that can accelerate aging. EVOO contains a phenol called oleocanthal, which has anti-inflammatory properties similar to the (NSAID) class synthesized drug, ibuprofen!
Omega-7 and omega-9 fatty acids are monounsaturated fats and are found in almonds, hazelnuts, avocado, and olive oil. Eating monounsaturated fats, like omega-7's and omega-9's, help your cholesterol. These fats are metabolized in a way that lowers the LDL (low-density lipoprotein) bad cholesterol but not the HDL (high-density lipoprotein) good cholesterol. A diet high in monounsaturated fats can help protect your heart as well as reduce your risk of type-2 diabetes, atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, and stroke.
Now, I mostly eat Plant-based and Vegan so I buy organic extra virgin olive oil and organic unrefined virgin coconut oil. When you pop organic heirloom corn seeds or sorghum or amaranth seeds in organic unrefined virgin coconut oil you don't have to butter it. I also have a combo oil of organic avocado and virgin coconut oil. I also have an organic cold pressed flax seed oil and organic rapeseed oil with sesame oil for the stir fry and salads, yum! I also buy organic Spirulina, cracked cell wall Chlorella, Klamath blue green algae and Nori. I have all of the seeds and nuts because I not only like trail mix but I make my own version of a Northwest Muesli mix as my cereal. This includes Hemp hulled seeds and Pumpkin seeds, etc.
My point here is making sure that we are sufficiently getting our balance of Omega-3's and Omega-6's for our Endocrine, Nervous and our Immune systems! We know how the Cosmic Rays ( Air showers, Gamma rays, ionized particles, etc.) can stress our Endocrine and Nervous Systems and play havoc on our Immune System! My hope is that we remember that Food is Medicine and we keep a high vibration during these linear times, which can be our keys to an easier Ascension transitional doorway!
Foods High in Omega-3's per 100 grams or 3.5 ounces :
Salmon : 4.0 grams EPA and DHA
Mackerel : 3.0 grams EPA and DHA
Sardines : 2.2 grams EPA and DHA
Anchovies : 1.0 grams EPA and DHA
Foods High in Omega-3's per tbsp :
Chia seeds : 1.9 grams ALA
Walnuts : 2.3 grams ALA
Flaxseeds : 2.4 grams ALA
Flaxseed oil : 7 grams ALA
Hemp oil : 2.7 grams ALA
Micro algae & Seaweed : 100mg EPA but higher in Omega-6
Foods High in Omega-6's per 100 grams or 3.5 ounces :
Soybean oil : 50 grams
Corn oil : 49 grams
Mayonnaise : 39 grams
Walnuts : 37 grams
Sunflower seeds : 34 grams
Almonds : 12 grams
Cashew nuts : 8 grams
Foods High in Omega-9's per 100 grams or 3.5 ounces :
Olive oil : 83 grams
Cashew nut oil : 73 grams
Almond oil : 70 grams
Avocado oil : 60 grams
Peanut oil : 47 grams
Almonds : 30 grams
Cashews : 24 grams
Walnuts : 9 grams
Blessings Everyone as we continue with Holistic frameworks and tools to inspire confidence as we unlock resources to make this Ascension shift more meliorative! We are Sovereign and We are most defiantly Freeing Ourselves!
Travis Carper - Ascension Health Coach / Alternative & Holistic Health Service https://www.facebook.com/traviscarper888/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/traviscarper888/
Additional References :
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Benefits for the Heart, Brain, Joints & More - https://draxe.com/nutrition/omega-3-fatty-acids/
The Benefits of Omega 7 Fatty Acids - https://www.drberg.com/blog/the-benefits-of-omega-7-fatty-acids
Unlocking the Hidden Superpowers of Omega-3s: Why Every Kid Needs a Daily Dose - https://brainmd.com/blog/best-health-benefits-of-omega-3s-for-kids/
Omega-3s and Brain Health - http://www.brainhealtheducation.org/resources/omega-3s-and-brain-health/
Omega Fatty Acids and Eye Health - https://www.rebuildyourvision.com/blog/food-for-your-eyes/omega-fatty-acids-and-eye-health/
Omega-3s: Worth the Heart-Health Hype? - https://www.uvmhealth.org/healthsource/omega-3s-worth-heart-health-hype
What Are the Differences and Benefits of Omega-3, 6 & 9? - https://brainmd.com/blog/guide-to-omega-3-6-9-supplements/
Omega-9 Benefits the Heart, Brain & Your Mood - https://draxe.com/nutrition/omega-9-benefits/
Now Foods Omega-3 FAQs - https://www.nowfoods.com/healthy-living/FAQs/omega-3-faqs
Bonus Audio References :
Mental Health, Brain Health & Diabetes: What Does Omega-3 Research Really Show? – Dr. Kaitlin Roke & Elana Natker -
I Highly Recomend this Podcast! I Follow this one on Spotify! Sound Bites : A Nutrition Podcast -
Why You Probably Need More Omega-3s In Your Diet -
And Mark’s The Doctor’s Farmacy -