There is no need to consume any olive oil on a low carbohydrate diet. Olive oil contains a certain amount of Omega 6. People in general eat too much omega 6 already and has a bad ratio of Omega 6/Omega 3. It is better to use real butter instead.
Currently with the modern diet we are eating omega 6 at about a 40 -1 ratio in comparison with omega 3. Our body's need a 1-1 ratio so we must take an omega 3 supplement to get a balanced dose.
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Omega 3 reduces inflammation. Too much Omega 6 can cause inflammation. The best source of Omega 3 is krill oil. I'm a runner and it helps with endurance.
Yes, there are companies that make pet snacks with krill oil, to help get the omegas they need.
You need to speak to your Vet about this.
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Omega 3 and 6 are essential fatty acids that are needed in a equal amount, A normal dog food is loaded with omega-6, and almost no omega-3. A good omega -3 supplement to balance the omega-6 they already eat will help with arthritis, energy, pain, healing, and a glossy coat. Finding a good supplement that the dog will eat is the hard part.
They help your body
At this time there is no official RDA for both omega 3 and omega 6.Experts agree however that one should be getting a minimum of 500mg of omega 3 daily, especially in the form of EPA and DHA, however 1 g is what most are leaning more towards.In terms of omega 6, the answer is not how much we should consume, but in order to make that fat beneficial it has to be consumed in a proper ratio with the omega 3.The best ratio for health has been listed as 3 parts omega 6: 1 part omega 3. Some other experts waiver anywhere between a 1:1 ratio to a 4:1 ratio.
6-8 glasses a day