You body uses omega-3s to support your skin, eye, brain, and immune health.

Heres how itll tell you if youve got an omega-3 deficiency.

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Our bodies cant produce omega-3s, and so you must obtain them from either your food or supplements.

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Unfortunately, in general, most Americans do not meet the daily adequate intake, she says.

Before starting any new supplement or food protocol, though, its always best to check with your doctor.

7 signs of omega-3 deficiency

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Bland and Figueroa say.

Fatty acids help keep cell membranes healthy, which includes helping them retain moisture.

So dry skin can be an early warning sign that youre not consuming enough omega-3s to make this happen.

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Studies have shown that omega-3 supplementation hasreduced hair loss in women.

And studies have found that proper supplementation eases symptoms for people withRAand joint pain associated withlupus.

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