Omega – 3 fatty acids are long – chain ply unsaturated fatty acids which increase the fluidity of membranes. Once the membranes function in a normal manner, there is proper cell to cell communication. Omega – 3 fatty acids are found in flax seeds, walnuts and soybeans besides fatty fishes like salmon. The benefits of these fatty acids are : increase the volume of brain grey matter associated with mood and regulation of emotions; check the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease; boost cognitive functions in elderly people; improve osteoarthritis, protect against prostate and breast cancer; keep the blood in fluid condition; inhibit thickening of arteries; strengthen immune system; prevent sudden death of an individual.
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