Benefits of Omega

Omega Seed Blend

Our bodies require many ingredients in order to achieve ideal health. One of those necessary ingredients are Essential Fatty Acids (EFA), most of which the body is able to provide itself, except for two; Omega 3 and Omega 6, these EFAs need to be ingested through food.

Omega 3 and Omega 6 are essential for healthy brain development in both children and adults of all ages; they enhance memory, reasoning and problem solving abilities. Omega 3 and 6 are also important for heart health and optimal immune system functions.

Omega supplements are readily available, but getting what we need from raw foods is more beneficial to our long term health. Cold water fish and fish oils are high in omega 3; dark green vegetables, raw nuts (especially walnuts), seeds, nut and seed oils are rich in both omega 3 and 6.

Below is a recipe for an omega seed blend that can help ensure that you are getting enough of these two important EFAs daily without having rely on supplements.

The ratio to keep in mind when making this blend is 3:1 flax seeds to other seeds. For optimal benefits ensure that the seeds you use are raw and unseasoned.

Omega Seed Blend

  • 3 tbsp flax seeds
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tbsp sunflower seeds
  • 1 tbsp hemp hearts

Add all the seeds, except hemp hearts, into a blender/grinder and pulse till ground. Mix in hemp hearts.

An ideal amount of blend to ingest is 1 tablespoon a day which can be sprinkled over cereals, yogurt, smoothies, salads, toast and mixed into batter and mixes.

Keep omega seed blend stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

Enjoy daily 🙂