Although we all try to lead a healthy life very few of us fully understand what vitamins and nutrients we need. An essential vitamin to have in your body is Omega 3 and many people don't understand the benefits of having enough of it. People are taking omega 3 supplements and not knowing why but as they are selling very well in the shops, people must be seeing the health benefits of this essential nutrient. Although the fatty acids can be received from natural forms, supplements are certainly better than not getting as much as you need.