Omega-3 Chicken Information

Dr. Oz Recommends Omega-3 Chicken

Dr. Oz explains very nicely the reason why Omega-3 Chicken is so important in this helpful 3-minute video when he introduced Omega-3 Chicken on his show. He made another 3-minute video HERE covering an on-the-air taste test.

Our Poultry is Actually Different

In 1999 we had grass-fed meats, pastured chicken, wild-caught pork, and seafood. Yet we were dissatisfied with the nutritional aspects of pastured chicken and wild-caught pork. Because optimizing human health has been our primary focus, in 2012 we developed Omega-3 Chicken, Omega-3 Pork, and Omega-3 Turkey.

The Basics

All Slanker Grass-Fed and Omega-3 Meats are Beyond Organic. The meats can be labeled as natural, no sugar, no added hormones, not fed antibiotics, non-GMO, gluten free, high Omega-3, free range, cage free, and humanely raised. What actually makes our meats the healthiest meats in the world and sets them apart from all others is that they are zero glycemic, nutrient dense and diverse, with Omega-6 to Omega-3 fatty acids balances of less than 2:1. These last three points impact health and disease way more than all of the other labels combined. It's why we say "Beyond Organic." It's the actual chemistry of our meats that makes them so healthy. Read our eBook, The Real Diet of Man for a fuller understanding of food chemistry and the chemicals that cause chronic disease.

We're Not Blowing Smoke

These days perception sells better than reality. That puts those of us committed to doing the right thing at a disadvantage. So if you are eating for your health rather than for appearances, you need to read Phony Grass-Fed and Battling the Establishment. Then you'll better understand where we're coming from and why our Omega-3 meats are so special. Some people are starting to catch on, as noted above when in 2018 Dr. Oz introduced Omega-3 Chicken to his viewers. That was a positive step, but still 99.99% of the population doesn't have a clue to what this means.

Our chicken is the world's healthiest chicken. That's not an idle boast, it's a fact. Our chicken is a source for Omega-3 unlike other more popular chicken offerings which actually contribute to the Omega-3 deficiency.

All other chicken products (pastured, organic, free range, whatever) are high in the inflammatory Omega-6 fatty acids and very low in Omega-3 fatty acids. For instance, compare the various chicken categories with their fatty acid ratios. The differences are stark and meaningful. It's the Omega-6 to Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acid (EFA) ratio that's critically important because ratios above 4:1 are associated with nearly every chronic disease as this classic nutritional report explains.

Not every chicken will have identical EFA ratios. Even tests of various parts come up with minor variations. So the Whole Chicken test below is representative of the average Omega-3 chicken. It includes all the skin and every ounce of fat. Take note that the Omega-3 level in our chicken can challenge the 1,460 mg that can be in a 112 g serving of salmon! Although, the EFA ratio in seafood is far lower.

In addition to high glycemic foods, the Omega-3 deficiency is a primary cause for chronic diseases both mental and physical. We solve this by eating foods that have EFA ratios as close to 1:1 as possible. Slanker Select Omega-3 Chicken is the world’s only chicken product that comes close to that goal. All meat products are zero glycemic. But now our chicken products bring to the table superior n-6 and n-3 fatty acids ratios while being nutrient dense. This is chicken you can eat to your heart’s content. It's a major Omega-3 source!

Raising the Omega-3 chickens is not a simple task. The chickens are raised in relatively small batches in buildings with attached fenced runs that are also covered to protect from hawks. The special feed is more costly.

Of course we have gotten many questions about our Slanker Select Omega-3 Chicken.

Omega-3 Chicken Were they Raised Humanely

All chicken meat birds grow very fast. A crossbred meat chicken grows even faster. For decades chicken fanciers (breeders) have selected their meat birds for growth in the same way that they selected laying hens for laying the most eggs per year. When raising Omega-3 Chickens we make sure our chicks are kept in clean, protected environments where they do not get stressed out. In less than eight weeks they reach fryer and roaster weights. At that age they are immature birds, only half of their mature weight. Three- to four-week old chickens cannot be left outside unless the temperature is above 70 degrees. Younger chicks still require a heat source. Look at THIS. That's why the so-called pastured meat birds must spend half their life inside or with only limited access to being outside. Four weeks is considered to be a long time for meat chickens to have outside access.

Pastured chicken mortality is relatively high. The birds are easily stressed. When outside they are vulnerable to hawks, coyotes, foxes, skunks, bobcats, and more. Another killer is quick changes in the weather. Fast building thunderstorms, exceptionally cold nights, hail, even very high winds can take a toll. So protection is a top priority.

It is possible to humanely raise chickens indoors just like pet birds are raised indoors. Sure, if chickens get crowded together and the barn is dirty, that's not proper. But if they have plenty of room to move about, are in a controlled environment, the barn is clean, they have access to clean water, can go outside and eat grass and bugs and not be vulnerable to predators, and are always fed a superior ration (not loaded with corn and soy) like our chickens are fed, they are very happy and healthy chickens.

When raising meat chickens we have two primary objectives. The first is to provide the finest food for human health as possible. Chronic diseases are caused by unhealthy diets and they destroy the health and well-being of people -- including our children. Secondly, when it comes to livestock, the happier they are the more profitable the operation. This is true for all livestock operations. Therefore it's not only the love of animals that drive humane treatment but economic sustainability.

As said at the beginning, we were always disappointed in the nutritional characteristics of typically-raised Pastured Chickens. They are fed bad diets and many of them die to exposure, even though they may be outside eating some grass and bugs for three to four weeks. So that model is not all that it's cracked up to be.

Ted Slanker’s earliest memories of chickens on his grandfather's farm date back to 1950. He grew to love chickens and to this day he is fond of all birds. This why we try to explain to consumers that the idea that most livestock are mistreated is one of the great PETA myths. Aside from a few bad seeds, ALL livestock producers love what they do and love their critters. If they didn't they are in a living hell because it's not an easy business and it DEMANDS their attention 365 days a year. Also, unhappy animals are unprofitable animals. Amazingly, some people in the cities and towns seem to think that animals that are pampered are being mistreated while animals that live in a more violent wild state have the life of Riley. This "common knowledge" is a big part of the red meat war. It's like as if the masses (seven billion people in the world) should all just starve, eat grain and suffer more chronic diseases, or pay way more for food that doesn't provide better nourishment.

Omega-3 Chicken: What "exactly" were they fed?

We can't provide precise details about our proprietary feed, but it follows this path: If you listen to what dietitians tell us to eat, (whole wheat, greens, omega-3, minerals, avoid as much omega-6 as possible, etc.) their advice is a hint. But loads of corn and soy are totally avoided. This approach is the only way to raise chickens with the nutritional profile that is best for us humans. It does result in a very healthy chicken.

The objective of the feed is to raise a meat product that, when it's analyzed for nutrients, is the best meat for us to eat.  Just like people, the chicken is literally what it eats. There is more information in FAQs about this topic such as this.

What about hormones, antibiotics, and processing methods for our Grass Fed Chicken?

These points are no longer really valid bragging points except for people who can't think of something better to say about their products. Nobody feeds hormones in any form to chickens. Hormones have been outlawed since about 1950. So it is definitely not a big deal for us to make that claim. In addition, our chickens are not fed antibiotics and are air chilled when processed. These later two points will soon be standard practices in the entire chicken industry. They are no longer major bragging points for the sale these days. But what is cutting edge, what is critically important for the consumer, what is really exceptional is that our chickens are Omega-3 chickens that have healthy EFA profiles. They are the world’s healthiest poultry products you can eat. That's really important! When you are offered chicken, look to see or ask about its EFA profile. If it's greater than 2:1, forget it. To learn more about why go HERE.

How are they packaged?

Most of our poultry products are vacuum packed, frozen, and freezer ready for long-term storage. It's always possible that some packs may arrive with a small tear or hole in the wrapping. If the wrapping stays tight around the product the potential for freezer burn is limited to what’s exposed directly under the hole. To prevent that, a small hole in a tight vacuum pack can be simply taped shut. But if the wrap is loose and the meat slides around inside the pack, it's best to rewrap the meat in a vacuum sealed bag for longer term storage. If the meat will be consumed within a few weeks, just wrap with cling wrap. There are no safety issues involved with small rips in the frozen meat packs.

There are good suggestions in our General Store for handy Ziploc Vacuum Seal Bags. They are very useful for storing all kinds of leftovers.

When defrosting meat packs always make sure to place them in a pan or deep dish to collect the juices. Our meat packs do not have soaker pads in them. Therefore when they are defrosting some meat juice may leak from the packaging.

Please check out our Cooking page for detailed information about our Omega 3 Recipes; along with preparing grass-fed and pastured meat cuts.

The price of our poultry products will change somewhat with the price of feed, processing, and custom raising costs. In addition, prices may be adjusted in response to supply and demand. Consequently, all prices are subject to change -- usually without prior notice.

For more information about grass-fed meats please go to Grass-Fed Meat Explained.

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