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Friday, October, 30, 2009

Omega 3 Benefits

Scientists debate benefits of omega-3 fish oils

October 02, 2008
Scientists in England recently reviewed 89 studies on the benefits of omega-3 fish oils for heart patients. Although some studies show a positive link, the researchers say the results are not conclusive enough to make a definite recommendation. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Beneficial for Your Heart
By Melanie Thomassian , Health Expert

Omega-3 fatty acids are "healthy" fats, which are thought to protect the body against heart... Read more »

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Omega-3 fatty acids: How much is enough?
By Dr. William Davis , Health Expert

...enough to take full advantage of the heart health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids? Is it enough... Read more »

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Benefits of Omega-3 for Bipolar Uncertain
By Jerry Kennard , Health Expert

...preventing any firm conclusions about the possible benefits of omega-3 for bipolar disorder.... Read more »

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February 13: Include Rich Sources of Omega 3 Fatty Acids to Your Diet Everyday
By Lisa Nelson , Health Expert

The list of benefits associated with omega 3 fatty acids continues to grow.  By increasing your... Read more »

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How much omega-3 should you take?
By Dr. William Davis , Health Expert

...of 850 mg EPA and DHA per day provided substantial benefit: 28% reduction in heart attack, 45%... Read more »

Health Guide

Fish Oil and Heart Disease
...disease and exert powerful anti-inflammatory effects that can help treat many diseases. Cardiovascular benefits of Omega-3s include:Reduction in death after a heart attackDecrease in... Read more »
Prevent Heart Disease: 6 Steps to Better Heart Health
...death from chronic diseases, such as heart disease, stroke, and cancer by up to 20%. To receive maximum benefit from the wonderful nutrients contained in fruits and vegetables, choose from a... Read more »
Psoriasis: Managing Psoriasis
...fatty acids, particularly those found in some fish oil, have anti-inflammatory properties that may benefit some patients with psoriasis and other autoimmune conditions.Alternative RemediesPatients... Read more »
Osteoarthritis: Lifestyle Changes
...atrophy. A moderate exercise program that includes low-impact aerobics and power and strength training has benefits for osteoarthritic patients, even if exercise does not slow down the disease... Read more »
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Other Treatments
...in fatty fish and certain vegetable oils, are important for normal brain function and may have some benefits for people with ADHD. It is not clear if supplements of fatty acid compounds, such as... Read more »

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By Andrea Hughes, Ivanhoe Health Correspondent ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids, found in popular fish oil... Read summary »

Fish Eating Frenzy
March 24, 2009

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Hold the salmon! New research shows recent recommendations to eat more fish may not be best for us -- or for fish! Omega-3... Read summary »

Fish Keeps Brain Healthy
August 08, 2008

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A serving of your favorite fish may be the key to keeping your mind sharp. A new study shows eating tuna and other broiled fish... Read summary »

Eating fish may not be as healthy as we think
March 24, 2009

Researchers say while some studies have shown health benefits from the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, insignificant attention has been paid to... Read summary »

Omega-3s no help to heart attack patients
April 03, 2009

According to new research, patients receiving optimal drug therapy after suffering a heart attack do not gain any additional benefit from taking... Read summary »