Omega-3 ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) has been associated with benefits for heart health, brain health and inflammation. Essential ALA is found in plant-based foods, such as walnuts, flaxseed, soybean oil and canola oil. Omega-3 ALA can’t be made by the body, so it’s important to recommend people get more from plant foods. Walnuts, THE omega-3 nut are the only nut with an excellent source omega-3 ALA (2.5g/oz).