3 reasons why the omega-3 fatty acid EPA is important for the skin
It's no secret that good health comes from within. Our bodies are made up of building blocks from the food we eat. If you're healthy on the inside, it will probably also show on your skin.
There's a lot we can do for healthier skin! To name a few, we can protect ourselves from the sun, get enough antioxidants, exercise and avoid smoking.
In this article, we focus on omega-3, and in particular the omega-3 fatty acid EPA.
1. Dry, itchy skin can be a symptom of too little omega-3 in the diet
Omega-3 is present in all the body's cell membranes. Our body is designed to prioritize the nervous system and internal organs over our skin when it comes to the supply of omega-3. Dry, itchy skin can therefore be a symptom of too little omega-3 in the diet. It can also be a symptom of other things (for example, not drinking enough water).
2. EPA for sunburn
The omega-3 fatty acid EPA reduces inflammation. The omega-3 fatty acid EPA is converted into some hormone-like substances called eicosanoids. The eicosanoids from EPA are best known for reducing inflammation. When we get a sunburn, it actually starts an inflammatory process in the skin. Enough EPA present in the skin can thus contribute to increased protection against harmful sun rays. The reason for this is probably that EPA balances the level of prostaglandins, which are a group of fatty acids formed from arachidonic acid (omega 6), which are generally said to increase inflammation.
3. Postpone the aging process
EPA helps to increase cell lifespan. Reason: The eicosanoids increase cell life due to reduced inflammation. The body cannot replace old, dead cells indefinitely, so longer cell life is something we should actively work towards.
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In a nutshell:
Eicosanoids are involved in inflammatory reactions and can promote healing of injuries and increase cellular longevity. The skin is prioritized last among the body's organs.
We recommend everyone to have a healthy and varied diet, but we know that it's not always easy to get the necessary nutrients every day.
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