Omega-Source

What are EFAs, Edible Oils, Lipids, Fats?

EFAs (Essential Fatty acids) are essential nutrients that are needed in the human diet to maintain health, such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids etc. The EFAs are identified as omega-3, -6, -9 mostly. Edible Oils are a multiple EFAs and Saturated FA, and most are from vegetable seeds. Lipid is same as fat, it is a general designation of vegetable oils, cream, butter, animal oils etc.

Are Lipids (fats) bad for human health?

No, some fats are harmful to human health, such as saturated FA, trans-fat (mainly from dehydrogenated) etc.; but some fats are necessary to human health, such as omega-3 (ALA, DHA, EPA) and omega-6 (GLA, ARA). A deficiency in either progressively results in poor health. Like other essential nutrients, the human body cannot function without these EFAs in the diet. EFAs function as building blocks for membranes of every cell in the body. They also produce "prostaglandin families," which are hormone-like substances necessary for energy metabolism and cardiovascular and immune health. Brain and nerve tissue consist of over 50% EFAs!

See the Benefits of Omega-3 and 6 for more information.

What are the benefits of Omega-3 and 6 EFAs in lipids?

Omega-3 EFAs are beneficial for:

□Allergies
□Cardiovascular Health
□Nerve Problems
□Cholesterol Control
□Circulatory Health
□Weight Management
□Eczema
□Vision
□Immune Deficiencies
□Osteo-Arthritis
□Rheumatoid Arthritis
□Viral Illness
□Reduce Risk of Skin Cancer
□Learning Difficulties

Omega-6 EFAs are beneficial for:

□Acne
□Cardiovascular Health
□Allergies
□Dehydration
□Dry Skin
□Fatigue
□Food Sensitivity □Immune Deficiencies
□Liver Health
□Mood Swings
□Osteoarthritis
□PMS
□Weight Management

Do you keep your oils refrigerated while shipping, especially in summer?

Due to the short transit times and our protective bottling process we have found that the quality of our oil remains stable in transit without refrigeration.

Does heat affect oil?

Heat, light and oxygen naturally degrade oil. Oils high in monounsaturated fats and saturated fats are more heat stable than delicate polyunsaturated fats. See the kitchen guide for the oil usage temperature range.

Are there additives in Omega-Source's Oils?

Omega-Source's oils are made from cold-pressed process with no additives or preservatives. In future, We will do add some natural flavors to improve the taste on consumer's request.

Does Omega-Source avoid the use Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)?

Omega-Source is in continual contact with the farmers who supply us with nuts and seeds to ensure that their crops are completely GMO-free. At this time organic crops are free of GMO seeds.

Who is responsible for certification of organic oils?

Omega-Source's organic oils are certified by Ecocert and OCIA.