Have you heard about a single daily habit that could transform your heart, sharpen your mind and even give your skin a glowier appearance? It sounds too good to be true, but incorporating fish oil into your diet could be a game-changing habit.

In this fast-paced world, the convenience of quick and easy meals often leads to people missing out on vital nutrients and vitamins we should be consuming. Thankfully, we live in an age where speed and convenience also apply to all things health and we have supplements such as fish oil.

What is fish oil?

Fish oil is extracted from the tissue of fish such as salmon, sardines and mackerel. It contains vital nutrients that you get from eating seafood, something which, depending on where you are from, could either be a luxury or just a plain old hassle to source.

We know what you’re thinking — fish oil? Smelly, icky and just plain weird? Not with Nurtrifactor’s Normega! Sourced from the purest Icelandic waters, it is trusted for its efficacy and quality and is one of the best fish oils in Pakistan.

In fact, here are five major reasons why you should consider adding fish oil to your daily diet.

1. Improved cardiovascular health

Fish oil is a key source of omega-3 fatty acids with 30 per cent of it composed of the substance. On average, it is recommended to consume two servings of fatty fish per week to get a healthy amount of omega-3 fatty acids.

Omega-3 fatty acids are known as the good fats and they actually boost and improve overall heart health.

Even if you are a fish lover and manage to eat the recommended amount, you still might not get the optimal level of this essential fat.

A major chunk of Pakistan’s population is silently suffering from heart disease due to a significant number of undiagnosed cases. Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) found in fish are two major omega-3 fatty acids and are very important when thinking about heart health.

EPA and DHA can help

• Lower cholesterol
• Reduced blood pressure
• Prevention of artery-hardening plaque formation
• Lower triglycerides

Fish oil can also act to improve the conditions of patients with pre-existing conditions such as hypertension, coronary heart disease, cardiac arrhythmias, or heart failure, so it’s never too late to make that lifestyle change today for a better tomorrow.

2. Heightened brain function

The ole noggin — the brain for anyone wondering! — is essentially a big piece of fat floating in liquid. An intake of fat is crucial to healthy brain development, but not just any fat — you must ensure that the fat your body is taking in is of the right kind and does not end up harming you in other ways.

Omega-3 fatty acids are vital for healthy brain development, particularly EPA and DHA, which are key components of neurons. These bustling messengers facilitate communication between the brain and the rest of the body, enhancing mental clarity, functioning, and overall performance. Additionally, they support the production of feel-good chemicals like serotonin and dopamine, which play a crucial role in maintaining a positive mood and combating depression.

3. Better joint health

Fish oil can also help those suffering from joint ailments since it has anti-inflammatory properties and can thus bring relief to swollen and painful joints, as seen in various conditions of arthritis. It can also help prevent serious injury and risk of fracture from falls in the elderly.

4. Improved vision and eyesight

We’ve been told since watching the OG troll, Bugs Bunny, that carrots are good for your eyesight and what makes rabbits so good at spotting enemies. But did you know that fish oil also plays a role in improving overall vision?

According to evidence, high levels of EPA and DHA might strongly reduce the risk of age-related visual degradation.

Apart from saving you from vision loss, fish oil also leads to better retention of moisture by the body due to the omega-3 fatty acids, thus preventing dry eyes and the need to incessantly scratch them.

5. Overall well-being

Apart from the above important benefits and advantages, fish oil and omega-3 fatty acids put a kick in your overall health in many other ways.

Fish oil does more than just spruce up your internal system — you can also sneak it into your skincare routine — because who wouldn’t want their skin to be as hydrated as a fish in water?

EPA also helps lower cholesterol levels, making it a great way to promote overall liver health. It can be used to ward off or decrease the effects of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

Parents are often worried about the growth of their children as well as their cognitive development and eyesight. Fish oil can be a help to them too, as it helps in cognitive development and maintaining the eyesight of children.

Nutrifactor’s Normega Fish Oil

With all that being said, after going through why you should absolutely add fish oil to your daily diet, the question that comes next is, where do you get it from? Is there any particular brand to try out?

The answer to that is Nutrifactor’s Normega Fish Oil.

Made from pure Icelandic fish oil, it is a must-have in your cabinet of go-to supplements. Nutrifactor’s fish oil is sourced from Lysi — a top fish oil producer known for its stringent quality standards and sustainable practices. Sequential steps such as neutralisation, refining, bleaching, winterisation and deodorisation processes guarantee that Nutrifactor’s fish oil is safe, pure and of the highest quality as every customer deserves.

While the market is filled with various synthetic products, Nutrifactor believes natural is always better and Normega is 100pc natural. All-natural makes it more effective, with no side effects for the liver, better absorption and easier metabolism in contrast to the adverse effects of some other fish oil offerings on the market.

Nutrifactor’s Normega fish oil is packed in halal gelatin soft gels, which prevent aftertaste and control odour, ensuring a pleasant experience for consumers and a smooth swallow.

There’s nothing fishy about these soft gels — except for their fishy origins! Incorporate them into your diet and be amazed by their incredible benefits. Nutrifactor takes pride in offering a wide range of products so don’t settle for any run-of-the-mill fish oil; grab Nutrifactor’s Normega fish oil instead!

This content is produced in paid partnership with Nutrifactor.