WELLNESS

Most of us know that the essential fatty acids are good for us. They come top of the must-have list for many health savvy people because of the impressive range of body and brain benefits. Indeed, they are not an optional extra in your diet. They are called the essential fatty acids because they are just that, essential.

The summer is all about feeling good, looking good and hopefully, enjoying a well-earned break. Most of us know how to get in shape for the beach or boardwalk, we just need to find the willpower to do it! However, sometimes no matter how much effort you put into diet and exercise, there’s still a worry about bloating.

Essential fatty acids are the types of fatty acids found within the omega 3 and omega 6 family that are “essential” because our body cannot make those particular forms of fatty acids. So we have to get them from food and they are only found in plant based food sources.

It is common to feel overwhelmed by the endless stream of information about children’s health, especially when it comes to being proactive about diet or specialist nutrition. Luckily, when it comes to supplements, there are some straightforward guidelines that lead the way as the age and stage of your child’s development will determine what’s helpful to have to hand.