Tag: Omega 3 Supplements

The Hidden Crisis: Omega-3 Deficiency in India and How Vegetarians Can Fix It

India is quietly facing a nutritional crisis. Despite a rich food culture, omega-3 deficiency is rampant, especially among vegetarians. With a growing burden of lifestyle diseases, maternal complications, and inflammatory conditions, addressing this silent shortfall has become critical for public health. A National Concern: How Deficient Are We? Omega-3 fatty acids, especially EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)… Continue reading The Hidden Crisis: Omega-3 Deficiency in India and How Vegetarians Can Fix It

Not All Omega-3s Are Equal: What Indian Consumers Must Know

In India, our fat intake isn’t just low, it’s skewed. The rise of refined oils, processed foods, and omega-6-rich diets has led to a significant imbalance. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), FAO, and WHO have jointly revised dietary fat recommendations considering: The role of individual fatty acids and non-glyceride bioactive components The unique… Continue reading Not All Omega-3s Are Equal: What Indian Consumers Must Know