The Vegan Gym Podcast

Does Flaxseed Provide Enough Omega-3 For Vegans?

Apr 25, 2022

11:23

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Taking a DHA EPA Supplement for Vegans

01:50

Omega-3 Supplementation for Vegans

01:43

How Much Flaxseed Do You Need to Eat to Get ALA?

05:43

Introduction

2min

How Much Flaxseed Do You Need to Eat to Get ALA?

6min

Taking a DHA EPA Supplement for Vegans

2min

Omega-3 Supplementation for Vegans

2min

During a recent podcast episode with Derek Simnett, we spoke about Omega-3 intake. The question was asked, "How much ALA do vegans need to consume from flaxseed (or other high ALA plant-based foods) to get enough EPA and DHA?" In this episode, I'm going to share the science and math behind how we can get the recommended daily amount of Omega-3 fatty acids directly from plant-based foods.

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