Omega-3: Healthy Fat?

The video discusses Sinclair's hypothesis that omega-3 fatty acids, prevalent in the Inuit diet, have health benefits, particularly for heart disease. Despite initial ridicule, Sinclair conducted an experiment in Greenland, adopting an Inuit diet to test its effects on blood clotting and heart attack risk. The video explains the structure and types of omega-3 fatty acids, their health benefits, and the importance of including them in our diet. It highlights that while omega-3 is added to various foods, oily fish remains the best source.

What are the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids mentioned in the text?

Why do food scientists add omega-3 to various foods?