{"id":1959,"date":"2026-08-25T09:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-25T07:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eu.testaom2025dev.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=1959"},"modified":"2026-08-27T11:34:49","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T09:34:49","slug":"symptoms-of-omega-3-deficiency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.testa-omega3.com\/eu\/symptoms-of-omega-3-deficiency\/","title":{"rendered":"Omega-3 deficiency: signs you should know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Omega-3 is among the best researched nutrients there is, and yet most people take in too little of it. Blood measurements show the average omega-3 index sits far below the optimal range. But how would you notice that your body could use more EPA and DHA?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quick recap: ALA, EPA and DHA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best known omega-3 fatty acids are ALA, EPA and DHA. ALA is essential: your body cannot make it, and you obtain it from plant sources such as walnuts and flaxseed. Your body converts ALA into EPA and DHA, but only to a small extent. The active forms EPA and DHA are what count, and that is exactly where most people fall short.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Possible signs of a low intake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One note first: the signals below can have many causes and are not a diagnosis. Consider them an invitation to look honestly at your own diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n