Joint support comes in many forms—low-impact exercise and strength training are amongst the most common. But we can also support joints from the inside-out by optimizing our intake of omega-3s.* Omega-3s are fatty acids that our body needs, but can’t make very effectively on its own. There are three main types to look for: ALA, DHA, and EPA, and getting more of them usually starts with diet and supplementation.
Certain foods are rich in omega-3s, like nuts and seeds for ALA and fatty fish for DHA and EPA. While the American Heart Association recommends two servings of oily fish per week for our baseline intake goal of omega-3s, that’s not always realistic nor sustainable. Many find supplements a far simpler approach. Nordic Naturals’ Ultimate Omega®, for example, is made from 100% wild-caught fish harvested from sustainable, Friend of the Sea-certified fisheries, and provides 1100 mg of omega-3s EPA and DHA per serving (two soft gels). An easy routine that our joints will love.* But why?
