{"id":44327,"date":"2022-07-01T01:36:37","date_gmt":"2022-07-01T01:36:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=44327"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"algal-oil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/","title":{"rendered":"Algal Oil: A Sustainable Source Of Brain-Healthy Omega-3 Fatty Acids"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#What_Are_Omega-3_Fatty_Acids\" >What Are Omega-3 Fatty Acids?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#Why_Are_Microalgae_A_Sustainable_Source_Of_Omega-3_Fatty_Acids\" >Why Are Microalgae A Sustainable Source Of Omega-3 Fatty Acids?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#How_Do_Microalgae_Produce_Omega-3_Fatty_Acids\" >How Do Microalgae Produce Omega-3 Fatty Acids?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#What_Are_The_Health_Benefits_Of_Algal_Oil\" >What Are The Health Benefits Of Algal Oil?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#Brain_Health\" >Brain Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#Heart_Health\" >Heart Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#Immune_System_Function\" >Immune System Function<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#Eye_Health\" >Eye Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#Combat_Inflammation\" >Combat Inflammation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#Mental_Health_Benefits\" >Mental Health Benefits<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#What_Are_The_Risks_Of_Algal_Oil\" >What Are The Risks Of Algal Oil?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#What_Is_Algal_Oil\" >What Is Algal Oil?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#What_Can_Algal_Oil_Be_Used_For\" >What Can Algal Oil Be Used For?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#Is_Algal_Oil_Better_Than_Fish_Oil\" >Is Algal Oil Better Than Fish Oil?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#Does_Algal_Oil_Have_Mercury\" >Does Algal Oil Have Mercury?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#How_Do_I_Use_Algal_Oil\" >How Do I Use Algal Oil?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/algal-oil\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The term &#8220;algae&#8221; refers to a wide variety of aquatic plant life, including both macroalgae (seaweeds) and microalgae (phytoplankton). Algae are an important food source for many <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sushi-bowl-recipe\/\">aquatic creatures<\/a>, and they also play a role in global ecosystems by producing oxygen and helping to sequester carbon dioxide (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3258063\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recently there is also a source of algal <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cbd-oil-for-weight-loss\/\">oil<\/a>, which is rich in omega-3 fatty acids.\u00a0 These healthy fats are essential for human health, yet our bodies cannot make them on our own. We must get this from our diet (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Omega3FattyAcids-Consumer\/#h6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While salmon and other fatty fish are the best-known sources of omega-3s, microalgae are actually the original source of these nutrients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s dive into the science to know more about how microalgae produce omega-3 fatty <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/castor-oil-weight-loss\/\">acids<\/a> and why they are such a sustainable source of these essential nutrients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47262 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207713-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207713.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207713-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207713.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207713-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207713.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Omega-3_Fatty_Acids\"><\/span><strong>What Are Omega-3 Fatty Acids?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat that is important for human health. There are three most important types of omega-3 fatty acids:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ALA (alpha-linolenic acid)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DHA (docosahexaenoic acid)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ALA is found in plant-based oils, such as flaxseed oil and chia seed oil. DHA and EPA are found in animal-based sources, such as fatty fish and fish oil supplements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for human health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Omega3FattyAcids-Consumer\/#h6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As our bodies cannot make them on our own, we must get them from our diet. Omega-3 fats are involved in many important processes in the body, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brain development and function<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Immune system function<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inflammation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The three main omega-3 fatty acids have different effects in the body. For example, DHA is especially important for brain health, while EPA is primarily anti-inflammatory. Our bodies can also convert ALA into DHA and EPA, although inefficiently. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> Fish Oil Benefits For Men: Improve Your Health &amp; Boost Sex Drive<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47268 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207719-1024x577.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207719.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207719-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207719.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207719-1634x920.png 1634w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207719.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Are_Microalgae_A_Sustainable_Source_Of_Omega-3_Fatty_Acids\"><\/span><strong>Why Are Microalgae A Sustainable Source Of Omega-3 Fatty Acids?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many reasons to choose <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/bergamot-essential-oil-benefits\/\">plant-based sources<\/a> of omega-3 fatty acids over animal-based sources. For one, plant-based omega-3s are generally less expensive than fish oil supplements. They are also more sustainable because they do not require the capture and harvest of wild fish.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microalgae are a particularly sustainable source of omega-3 fatty acids because they are easy to grow and require few resources. For example, they can be grown in salt water with minimal inputs of land, water, and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oregano-oil-benefits-for-skin\/\">energy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, microalgae do not compete with food crops for land or water resources. They can even be grown using wastewater from other agricultural processes. This makes microalgae a very efficient and sustainable source of omega-3 fatty acids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike fish oil, algal oil does not come from a creature that is high on the food chain and therefore does not accumulate toxins such as mercury. Algal oil is also a vegetarian\/vegan source of omega-3 fatty acids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47267 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207718-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207718.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207718-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207718.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207718-1637x920.png 1637w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207718.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Microalgae_Produce_Omega-3_Fatty_Acids\"><\/span><strong>How Do Microalgae Produce Omega-3 Fatty Acids?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microalgae produce omega-3 fatty acids through photosynthesis, which is the process that plants use to convert sunlight into chemical energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During photosynthesis, microalgae convert <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/canola-oil-calories\/\">carbon dioxide<\/a> and water into oxygen and organic matter, such as omega-3 fatty acids. This process is similar to the way that land plants produce oxygen and organic matter from sunlight, but it happens on a much smaller scale.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47261 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207712-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207712.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207712-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207712.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207712-1637x920.png 1637w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207712.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Health_Benefits_Of_Algal_Oil\"><\/span><strong>What Are The Health Benefits Of Algal Oil?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Algal oil is a rich source of DHA and EPA, the two omega-3 fatty acids that are most associated with health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Brain_Health\"><\/span><strong>Brain Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DHA is especially important for brain health and development. It is a major component of the cell membranes in the brain and is involved in neurotransmitter signaling (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10479465\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Decreases in DHA have been linked to cognitive decline and dementia.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heart_Health\"><\/span><strong>Heart Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omega-3 fatty acids are important for heart <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/canola-oil-vs-vegetable-oil-calories-benefits-side-effects\/\">health<\/a>. They help to lower blood pressure, reduce triglycerides and slow plaque buildup in the arteries (<a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/patientinstructions\/000767.htm#:~:text=Omega-3s%20and%20Your%20Heart&amp;text=They%20reduce%20triglycerides%2C%20a%20type,hardens%20and%20blocks%20your%20arteries.\">7<\/a>). EPA and DHA are thought to decrease the risk of heart disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Immune_System_Function\"><\/span><strong>Immune System Function<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omega-3 fatty acids play an important role in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/olive-oil-diet\/\">immune system function<\/a>. They help to reduce inflammation and modulate the immune response (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6834330\/#:~:text=Omega-3%20fatty%20acids%2C%20and,reactive%20oxygen%20species%20and%20cytokines.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), EPA and DHA have been shown to have beneficial effects in people with autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47266 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207717-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207717.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207717-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207717.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207717-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207717.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eye_Health\"><\/span><strong>Eye Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DHA is essential for the development and function of the retina. Low levels of DHA have been linked to age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in adults. High intakes of DHA may protect against this condition (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11724460\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Combat_Inflammation\"><\/span><strong>Combat Inflammation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inflammation is a normal response of the immune system to injury or infection. However, chronic inflammation is associated with diseases such as heart disease, arthritis, and cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omega-3 fatty acids help to combat inflammation by reducing the production of inflammatory molecules. They also help to modulate the immune response. EPA and DHA have been shown to be especially effective in reducing inflammation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12480795\/#:~:text=Animal%20experiments%20and%20clinical%20intervention,of%20inflammatory%20and%20autoimmune%20diseases.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mental_Health_Benefits\"><\/span><strong>Mental Health Benefits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People diagnosed with depression often have low levels of EPA and DHA. Studies have shown that supplements of these omega-3 fatty acids can help improve symptoms of depression, but they are not a substitute for other treatments recommended by your doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app is a foolproof way to go from zero to a weight loss hero in a safe and sustainable way! What are you waiting for? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\">Start transforming your body now<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47265 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207716-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207716.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207716-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207716.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207716-1637x920.png 1637w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207716.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Risks_Of_Algal_Oil\"><\/span><strong>What Are The Risks Of Algal Oil?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Algal oil is generally safe and well tolerated. It has fewer side effects than fish oil supplements. The most common side effect is gastrointestinal upset, such as nausea and diarrhea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Algal oil can also interact with certain medications, such as blood thinners and cholesterol-lowering drugs. It is important to speak to a healthcare provider before taking algal oil or any other supplement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are some of the most commonly asked questions about algal oil:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Algal_Oil\"><\/span><strong>What Is Algal Oil?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Algal oil is an oil that is derived from microalgae. It is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to have numerous health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Algal_Oil_Be_Used_For\"><\/span><strong>What Can Algal Oil Be Used For?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Algal oil can be used to improve brain health (or fetal development), heart health, immune system function, eye health, and mental health. It can also help to reduce inflammation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Omega3FattyAcids-Consumer\/#h6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lemon-oil-for-skin\/\">Lemon Oil For Skin \u2013 Make Your Skin Fresh And Invigorated<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47264 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207715-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207715.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207715-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207715.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207715-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207715.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Algal_Oil_Better_Than_Fish_Oil\"><\/span><strong>Is Algal Oil Better Than Fish Oil?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is.\u00a0 Algal oil is a sustainable source of brain-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. It does not deplete fish populations or contribute to ocean pollution the way fish farming does.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s more, algal oil is a completely vegetarian\/vegan source of omega-3s, so it\u2019s ideal for people who don\u2019t eat fish. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Algal_Oil_Have_Mercury\"><\/span><strong>Does Algal Oil Have Mercury?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, it does not.\u00a0 Algal oil is free of mercury and other contaminants often found in fish. This is because algae are not exposed to these pollutants the way fish are.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_I_Use_Algal_Oil\"><\/span><strong>How Do I Use Algal Oil?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can take algal oil supplements by mouth or use pure oil in cooking. You can also find algal oil in some food products, such as energy bars and salad dressings. Note that heat will destroy the omega-3s in algal oil, so it may be best to use it only in cold dishes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47263 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714-1637x920.png 1637w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Algal oil is a sustainable and environmentally friendly source of omega-3 fatty acids. It is rich in DHA and EPA, the two omega-3 fatty acids that are most associated with health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Algal oil is generally safe and well tolerated.However, it can interact with certain medications. Speak to a healthcare provider before taking algal oil or any other supplement.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Algal_Oil\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The term &#8220;algae&#8221; refers to a wide variety of aquatic plant life, including both macroalgae (seaweeds) and microalgae (phytoplankton). Algae are an important food source for many aquatic creatures, and they also play a role in global ecosystems by producing oxygen and helping to sequester carbon dioxide (1). 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Algae are an important food source for many <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sushi-bowl-recipe\/\\\">aquatic creatures<\/a>, and they also play a role in global ecosystems by producing oxygen and helping to sequester carbon dioxide (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3258063\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">).<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Recently there is also a source of algal <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cbd-oil-for-weight-loss\/\\\">oil<\/a>, which is rich in omega-3 fatty acids.\u00a0 These healthy fats are essential for human health, yet our bodies cannot make them on our own. 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