Fish for Felines: Why Omega-3 Is a Game-Changer for Your Cat’s Health
We all love to see our cats looking their best—shiny coats, bright eyes, and playful energy. But did you know that one of the secret ingredients behind that healthy glow could be… fish?
Fish isn’t just tasty for cats—it’s packed with health benefits that go far beyond flavor. That’s why many premium cat food formulas (including Real Power!) use fish as a primary protein source.
But the true star in fish? Omega-3 fatty acids.
Why Omega-3 Matters?
Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish like salmon, contain two powerhouse nutrients:
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DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)
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EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)
These nutrients are crucial for your cat’s brain, nerves, heart, joints, and skin. Let’s break it down:
What DHA Does for Your Cat
✔︎ Reduces inflammation in skin, joints, kidneys, and heart
✔︎ Eases itching, dandruff, and excessive shedding
✔︎ Helps maintain a soft, shiny, healthy-looking coat
How EPA Supports Their Health
✔︎ Supports brain and eye development—especially in kittens
✔︎ Aids pregnant or nursing cats and their offspring
✔︎ Offers relief for older cats with stiff joints or cognitive changes
Omega-3 fatty acids help relieve itch and inflammation, promote a healthy and shiny coat, boost immunity, and alleviate joint pains. Scientific studies also revealed that Omega-3 can promote the alleviation of certain health issues or concerns including arthritis, allergies, inflamed bowel disease, cognitive issues, dry/flaky skin, disorientation, old age, stiff joints, dry coats, and poor nail health.
With these many health benefits for consuming fish, its not a wonder that many cat foods incorporate fish into the ingredient to encourage a healthy lifestyle for cats.
Why Real Power Includes Salmon in Every Recipe
Because your cat deserves the best, every Real Power cat food formula contains salmon as one of its core proteins—delivering naturally rich Omega-3 for whole-body wellness. Plus, we add fish oil to boost the amount of DHA and EPA even further!
So next time you see “salmon” on our label, know it’s not just for taste—it’s for your cat’s long-term health and happiness.
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