Herring is an extremely important dietary addition for carnivores because of its high levels of Essential Omega-3 fatty acids. Humans’, cats’, and dogs’ bodies lack the enzymes necessary to create Omega-3 fatty acids on our own, so since Omega-3 is vital to our health, we must consume foods rich in this nutrient to survive. Marine animals are considered the best source for Essential Omega-3 fatty acids, with salmon, herring, mackerel, and sardines providing the richest amount. Some plants (flaxseeds, chia seeds and walnuts) contain Alpha-Linolenic Acid which the body can convert to Omega-3 but in a much less efficient process. Seal and whale blubber and zooplankton are also high in Omega-3 fatty acids, but good luck finding them at your local supermarket or pet store.
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Herring is an extremely important dietary addition for carnivores because of its high levels of Essential Omega-3 fatty acids. Humans’, cats’, and dogs’ bodies lack the enzymes necessary to create Omega-3 fatty acids on our own, so since Omega-3 is vital to our health, we must consume foods rich in this nutrient to survive. Marine animals are considered the best source for Essential Omega-3 fatty acids, with salmon, herring, mackerel, and sardines providing the richest amount. Some plants (flaxseeds, chia seeds and walnuts) contain Alpha-Linolenic Acid which the body can convert to Omega-3 but in a much less efficient process. Seal and whale blubber and zooplankton are also high in Omega-3 fatty acids, but good luck finding them at your local supermarket or pet store.
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