FATS & OILS

At Dr. Reyes Wellness, we fact-check all current health and wellness trends to bring you the latest studies and research based health news.

Omega-3 Foods that Your Body Need; Find out Benefits and Sources

March 05, 2021 3 min read

Omega-3 foods contain essential fatty acids that the human body cannot produce on its own. They can obtain it only through omega-3 foods.  

Three different types of omega-3 are alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). The preferred sources are DHA and EPA, the kinds found in seafood sources like salmon and sardines. ALA, on the other hand, is present in some plant foods. Those plant foods include certain nuts and seeds as well as high-quality cuts of meat like grass-fed beef. 

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Benefits of Coconut Oil for the Human Body; Why is It Beneficial?

March 05, 2021 3 min read

Over 1,500 studies prove coconut oil to be one of the healthiest foods but, still, many people are reluctant to acknowledge its real potential. The benefits of coconut oil are limitless. There is no better substitute for coconut oil. 
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