Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Omega-3 fatty acids are fats that are found in various foods like fish (salmon, trout, tuna, etc.) and plants (walnuts, flax seeds, etc.). Complete the module to learn more about how to utilize Omega-3  to renew your body. The module will introduce you to sources and ideal ranges for consumption of Omega-3 fatty acids. Knowing sources of Omega-3 makes it easier to regularly incorporate them into one’s diet.

There is evidence that consistent consumption of adequate amounts of Omega-3 fatty acids can decreases symptoms of anxiety and symptoms of depression. 

ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE:

Up to 1 hour

• 15-45 minutes review content
• 15-45 minutes practice activities

Clinical Health Professionals Module

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Module Outline

• Omega-3 Scenario
• Omega-3 Definition
• Evidence for Omega-3
• Articles on Omega-3
• Mechanisms for Omega-3
• Omega-3 Scenario Continued
• Omega-3 Sources & Practice Activities

Non-Clinical Health Professionals Module

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Module Outline

• Omega-3 Scenario
• Omega-3 Definition
• Importance of Omega-3 for Health Promotion
• Omega-3 Scenario Continued
• Omega-3 Sources & Practice Activities

CONTINUING EDUCATION:

If you have one of these degrees (ARNP, RN, CNS, LNP, PT, PTA) you are eligible for continuing education units. Nursing and Physical Therapy continuing education units are currently approved for Florida licenses.

Physician CME:

CMES are not available for physicians at this time.

Nursing CEU:

The College of Nursing is an approved provider of Continuing Education for Nurses by the Florida Board of Nursing (50-3656).

Physical Therapy CEU:

This module has been approved by the Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice for 1.0 contact hours in accordance with Florida Statue 486.109; Florida CEH# 20-1082192. If you practice outside the state of FL, please contact your licensing board about approval for CEUs.

Social Work CEU:

CEUs are not available for social workers at this time.