The benefits of Omega-9 for Bodybuilding
Omega-9 (oleic acid) has anti-inflammatory properties and improves joint healing. Like other good lipids, they help to ensure that the transport of certain hormones and proteins is done well in the blood. These are interesting points for athletes who practice bodybuilding.
It is important to have enough fat in your daily diet, otherwise many problems can occur: slowed metabolism, loss of muscle or slowing of muscle gain, drop in testosterone …
To estimate the quantity needed, count 1 gram of lipid per kilo of the body to estimate the minimum requirements of this type of lipid. Below, deficiencies will be felt.
In general, 50% of the daily fat must come from Omega-9.
Other Properties of Omega-9
- Omega-9s of course bring other health benefits:
- Prevention of cardiovascular diseases
- Prevention of type 2 diabetes
- Positive effects on bad cholesterol levels, hypertension
- Positive effect on insulin sensitivity
- Prevention of metabolic syndrome
It is therefore essential to use these fatty acids in the daily diet … and find the right balance between omega 3, 6 and 9.
Source, Food and Precautions
If the body can make it, it is important to consider the nutrition part and the best sources of omega-9.
In which foods to find them? In olive oil already, but also in macadamia nuts, avocado, canola oil, sunflower oil, hazelnut oil, pistachios or cashews.
Some precautions should be taken: in case of treatment including an anticoagulant drug or when approaching a surgical operation, it is important to limit its consumption of oils with a high omega-9 content, as this could lead to interaction hazards
Finally, it is important to balance your intake of omega-3, 6 and 9 so as not to threaten their intake by having a consumption ratio that eliminates the effects of these lipids on the body.
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