Omega-3 fatty acids are found mostly in cold-water fish like salmon or through Omega-3 supplements and capsules. Here are five reasons why you should add more omega-3 to your diet:

(1) Omega-3 Reduces Inflammation

Recent studies found that taking a omega-3 supplement made from fish or seal oil for 20 to 30 days relieved chronic back and neck pain.

(2) Omega-3 Fights Obesity

Omega-3 has been found to stimulate the secretion of leptin, which is a hormone that helps regulate body weight and metabolism.

(3) Decreases Depression

Omega-3 has been shown to stabilize and lessen mood swings by helping the brain create the serotonin.

(4) Reduces Asthma

A recent study found that fish-oil or seal-oil supplements help to control asthma symptoms brought on by exercise.

(5) Good for the Heart

One of the biggest benefits of omega-3 is that it helps to lower cholesterol and triglycerides, which are both associated with heart disease. Omega-3 has also been found to lower blood pressure.