In the 'Symptoms - Food - Intake' section of our in-depth questionnaire we ask the following question about omega-3 oil intake:
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Estimate how much unheated flax or hemp oil, non-hydrogenated canola oil or fish oil you consume per week. A 'unit' can be: 1 tbsp flax oil, 3 tbsp flax seed, 3 tbsp hemp oil, 1/3 cup hemp seeds, 1/2 cup walnuts, 4 tbsp canola oil OR 1gm fish oil.
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Your answer |
...indicates |
...and suggests |
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"None / rarely / don't know" |
No omega-3 oil intake |
A risk factor |
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"One unit per week" |
Low omega-3 oil intake |
A risk factor |
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"2-3 units per week" |
Low omega-3 oil intake |
A risk factor |
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"4-10 units per week" |
Moderate omega-3 oil intake |
A risk factor |
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"More than 10 units per week" |
High omega-3 oil intake |
A risk factor |
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Your answer will affect the likelihoods of the conditions below.
Any answers in green reduce the likelihood of the condition.
GLOSSARY
Cup (Cups)
A unit of volume measurement equal to 8 fluid oz, or roughly 250ml. It also equals 1/2 pint, 1/4 quart and 1/16 gallon.
Flax (Flax Oil, Flax Seed)
Flax Seed or Flax Oil. Flax oil is nutty-flavored oil that is pressed out of flax seeds and is one of the richest sources of Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs), a vital element for good health. The oil making process removes many of the seed's phytoestrogens which offer several health-related benefits including reducing the risk of cancer and alleviating menopausal symptoms. Many choose to use the whole seed because of its fiber and lignan content. Flaxseed oil is light- and temperature-sensitive and must be stored in the refrigerator.
Gram (gm, gms, Gramme, Grammes, Grams)
A metric unit of weight, there being approximately 28 grams in one ounce.
Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid (Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, PUFA, PUFAs)
A polyunsaturated fatty acid is one that is missing more than one pair of hydrogen atoms. Polyunsaturated fatty acids are mostly found in plant and sea foods. Safflower, sunflower, corn and soy oils are high in polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Tablespoon (Tablespoons, tbsp)
Equivalent to 15cc (15ml).
Vitamin E
An essential fat-soluble vitamin. As an antioxidant, helps protect cell membranes, lipoproteins, fats and vitamin A from destructive oxidation. It helps protect red blood cells and is important for the proper function of nerves and muscles. For Vitamin E only, 1mg translates to 1 IU.
Last updated: May 10, 2007
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