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Omega fatty acids for your cat are the essential polyunsaturated fats that cats need for proper health and nutrition. A cat's body cannot synthesis arachidonic acid, which is important for energy production.
A diet that includes Omega fatty acids helps to eliminate the need for administering certain medicines. These essential fats also help to:
Next to proteins and carbohydrates, omega fatty acids contain a high amount of food energy. A poorly formulated cat food may not have the correct amounts of fatty acids. Look for foods that have a balance of both Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids to keep your cat healthy. Below is a breakdown of terms you may see on cat food labels:
Omega-6 fatty acids:
Omega-3 fatty acids:
You can find some foods that include both Omega-3 and Omega-6 acids, such as soy and kidney beans. Here are other food sources that contain essential fatty acids:
Omega-3 sources:
Omega-6 sources:
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