Omega-3 fatty acid is often misnamed an “alternative” or “natural” medication. Penicillin was, of course, derived from a living organism and was therefore “natural” in the same way that Omega-3s are natural. Currently, Omega-3 supplements are primarily derived from fish, and like penicillin, they have a therapeutic effect.
Omega-3 fatty acids are often referred to as “essential” fatty acids (EFAs) because they are needed for human health but are not sufficiently produced by...
Read moreOmega-3 fatty acids are "healthy" fats, which are thought to protect the body against heart disease. They help the heart beat more... Read more »
I thought it might be helpful to review some tips for increasing your omega-3 fatty acid consumption. Remember that omega-3 fatty acids... Read more »
So you take a few fish oil capsules every day. You try to eat fish once or twice a week. But is that enough to take full advantage of the... Read more »
A recent study published this past September compared the benefits of flax oil versus fish oil in raising blood levels of heart healthy... Read more »
Long associated with overall heart health including helping your body maintain healthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels, Omega-3 fatty... Read more »
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Also known as: fish oils, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)/docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), alpha-linolenic acid (the plant version of omega-3). Potential... Read more »
Researchers say there is no convincing evidence that omega-3 fatty acids on their own can relieve depression symptoms. The review of previous studies... Read more »
Scientists with the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences have found that some people who consume a lot of fish oil and other omega-3... Read more »
Researchers say an enriched form of soybean oil may be a viable alternative to fish oil for helping people obtain heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.... Read more »