About Omega-3's, including AHA and DHA

Not all fat is bad for you. In fact, some dietary fats actually have important health benefits. Omega-3 fatty acids are among these "healthier fats," and have been studied extensively for their role in health and well-being. Silk Plus DHA Omega-3 soy beverage contains two kinds of beneficial Omega-3s - ALA and DHA.

ALA (Alpha-linolenic acid) is an essential Omega-3 fatty acid, meaning that your body cannot make this fatty acid on its own; therefore, it's important to get ALA from your diet. Common food sources of ALA include soybeans, flaxseeds and walnuts. Since Silk soy beverage is made from high-quality, whole soybeans; Silk soy beverage naturally contains these Omega-3 ALA.

Silk Plus Omega-3 DHA soy beverage also adds docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), another important Omega-3 fatty acid. Although it is found in most tissues throughout the body, DHA is found in greatest concentrations in the brain, nervous system and retina of the eye, and it plays a key role in supporting these tissues. DHA has also been shown to promote heart health. Ultimately, DHA is recognized as a key nutrient to help support health and normal development.

Getting enough DHA

While there is no recommended dietary allowance for DHA, health care professionals often recommend increasing DHA in your diet.

So, what are some great ways to get DHA? Traditional dietary sources of Omega-3 DHA fatty acids include coldwater fish such as salmon, herring, whitefish, mackerel, and tuna. In fact, Canada's Food Guide recommends eating two servings of fish per week. Fish oil or fish oil capsules are other common ways to get DHA as dietary supplements.

A cool, creamy glass of Silk Plus Omega-3 DHA Fortified soy beverage is another healthy way to include DHA in your diet. Furthermore, the DHA in Silk soy beverage is vegetarian and has no effect on Silk's delicious flavour. Silk soy beverage uses life'sDHA™ algal oil, a plant-based 100% vegetarian and sustainable source of DHA.

Silk Plus Omega-3 DHA soy beverage is a great way to increase your intake of two important Omega-3 fatty acids. Every delicious serving provides both naturally occurring ALA and added DHA. It's a smart, convenient (and tasty!) way to incorporate Omega-3s into your diet.