Supplementation Flashcards
(17 cards)
Unprocessed foods are the best source of what?
Macronutrients and Micronutrients
Which single supplement would cross fit recommend?
Fish Oil.
What does fish oil do?
Provides omega-3 fatty acids, which improves the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids and reduces the inflammatory responses in the body.
What makes up “triglycerides?”
3 fatty acids and Glycerol
Name the 3 different types of fats that make up the “3 fatty acids” in Triglyceride.
Saturated
Monounsaturated
Polyunsaturated fats.
What type of fat is a “Triglyceride?”
A physiological fat.
What two types of polyunsaturated fats are found most frequently in food?
Omega -3
Omega-6.
What kind of fats must be obtained from diet?
Polyunsaturated fats.
What are Omega-3 fats also known as?
“Anti-inflammatory” fats
What are Omega-6 fats also known as?
“Pro-inflammatory” fats.
Name examples of Saturated fats.
Coconut Oil
Butter
Name examples of Monounsaturated fats.
Olive Oil
Avocado
Name an example of Omega-3 fats.
Flax Seed
Name examples of Omega-6 fats.
Nuts, Grain, Vegetable Oil.
What is the current Omega-6:Omega-3 ratio and what did it used to be I primitive times.
20: 1
2: 1
Fish Oil provides 2 types of Omega-3 fatty acids. What are they and what is the recommended daily serving per day?
EPA
DHA
3 grams
What are some of the benefits of taking Fish Oils?
Improve insulin sensitivity, cardiovascular function,
nervous-system function, immune health, memory, and mood issues.
Omega 3s also function as an anti-coagulant (prevents blood clots).
