{"title":"Essential fatty acids","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"collection-description__excerpt\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssential fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids that cannot be produced by the human body itself. These are the omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and the omega-6 fatty acid linoleic acid (LA).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collection-description__text\" data-header-image-description-text=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDocosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) are also polyunsaturated fatty acids and belong to the class of omega-3 fatty acids. They can be produced by the body itself in small quantities from ALA, but must be additionally supplied through nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssential fatty acids\u0026nbsp;carry out\u0026nbsp;various metabolic functions and are an important part of all cell membranes. DHA and EPA are also important for the development of the foetal brain and retina, which is why pregnant and breastfeeding women have an increased need for DHA and EPA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor good health, an adequate supply of omega-3 fatty acids and a favourable balance of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids are of particular importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dha-plus-epa","title":"DHA plus EPA","description":"\u003cp\u003eDocosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) are polyunsaturated fatty acids belonging to the class of omega-3 fatty acids. DHA and EPA contribute to normal heart function. DHA is also important for maintaining healthy brain function and vision. Pregnant and breastfeeding women, and athletes have an increased need for DHA and EPA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Both fatty acids can be produced in small amounts by the body from alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). However, these fatty acids must be obtained additionally through the diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e DHA plus EPA contains DHA and EPA from high-quality oil of the Schizochytrium microalgae, making it a purely plant-based product. Lutein and zeaxanthin from marigold are two potent carotenoids that synergistically support the function of unsaturated fatty acids.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allvital","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36806083444895,"sku":"0034","price":50.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0404\/9610\/3583\/files\/L1060408-Enhanced-NR-edited.jpg?v=1749111770"},{"product_id":"omega-plus-3-6-9","title":"Omega Plus 3+6+9","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOmega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 fatty acids are unsaturated fatty acids. Among other things, they are important components of cell membranes and perform important functions in metabolism. A sufficient supply of omega-3 fatty acids and a favorable balance of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids are particularly important for health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Omega Plus 3+6+9 contains the omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), the omega-6 fatty acids gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and linoleic acid, and the omega-9 fatty acid oleic acid. ALA and linoleic acid are polyunsaturated fatty acids that cannot be produced by the human body itself. They must therefore be obtained through food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOmega Plus 3+6+9 provides important polyunsaturated fatty acids in a balanced ratio from purely plant-based sources such as linseed oil, sesame oil, and evening primrose oil from certified organic cultivation. Since unsaturated fatty acids are susceptible to oxidation and would therefore lose their effectiveness, vitamin E has been added to the product as an antioxidant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allvital","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36806083477663,"sku":"0033","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0404\/9610\/3583\/files\/ALLVITALOmega3_6_9.jpg?v=1697112578"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0404\/9610\/3583\/collections\/2020.11.24_ALLVITAL-843.jpg?v=1706612050","url":"https:\/\/www.allvital.com\/en\/collections\/essential-fatty-acids.oembed","provider":"Allvital","version":"1.0","type":"link"}