2006-07-17 08:45:10 · 9 answers · asked by ronnie_spinoza 1 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
Fish oil is harvested from cold-water fish, including mackerel, tuna, salmon, cod and others. Nutritionists have recommended including cold water fish as part of a heart healthy diet for years, as it contains two of the most important and easily absorbed Omega 3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA.
The Omega 3 fatty acids found in fish oil are essential for heart health, and offer the following heart specific benefits, among others:
Benefits of Fish Oil:
Extensive scientific research has concluded that Omega 3 fish oil health benefits include:
1) Lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol levels in the body.
2) Stopping the buildup of fatty deposits (triglycerides) in the arteries.
3) Increasing the body's HDL (good) cholesterol levels.
4) Reducing inflammation in the blood.
Fish oil has also been used to treat conditions such as depression, eczema, IBD, macular degeneration and arthritis. Fish oil benefits the heart significantly, as well as the rest of the body.
2006-07-17 10:29:05 · answer #1 · answered by deewest15 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Fish oil is rich in Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids. These nutritients are very valuable to the body, as they are also responsible for the cure of many diseases and syndromes.
However, recently I found an article (in Wikipedia) that consuming too much fatty acids can be harmful to the body. See source for advised intake (The omega-6 to omega-3 ratio
).
Omega-3 and omega-6 be consumed in a balanced proportion; the ideal ratio of omega-6:omega-3 being from 3:1 to 5:1.
2006-07-17 10:12:26 · answer #2 · answered by stevevil0 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fish oil - especially salmon oil - are high in omega 3 fatty acids, which, along with other nutritional cheemicals help keep the body's blood sugar as balanced as possible.
Another important chemical, I understand, is gammalinolenic acid (GLA) found in 5-minute oatmeal, borage and evening primrose oil.
2006-07-17 08:48:57 · answer #3 · answered by Pegasus90 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the very best is Shaklee OmegaGuard. It provides a full spectrum of seven ultra-pure omega-3 fatty acids, naturally found in fish, to help maintain a healthy heart and cardiovascular system. It's high in DHA and EPA, which supports healthy brain, vision, and joint function. It's bioavailable, low odor, no aftertaste, and easy to digest.
2006-07-17 09:10:56 · answer #4 · answered by JustMe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some new studies have found out that omega 3 fat acids do not have the effect one once thought they had. Your central nerve system use it to built up it self. Save your money and eat fish, it is healthy.
2006-07-17 09:31:13 · answer #5 · answered by Realname: Robert Siikiniemi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
fish oil decreases inflammation- (omega 3 fatty acids is what does this...) the effect is that you have decreased risk of heart disease, a reduction of cholesterol, reduced joint pain/arthritic pain, and it is also good for the brain, good for depression too.
minimum is 1500 mg day but if you have a health problem you can take up to 3000 mg/day.
2006-07-17 09:18:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Research proves fish oil tablets can boost your childs brainpower - but how do you persuade fussy youngsters to take them? not sure
2006-07-17 09:41:51 · answer #7 · answered by David P 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is good for the heart, It will thin the blood therefore help with blood cloths and stroke. excellent for osteoarthritis I am certain you will get more benefits those are all I can think about at the moment
2006-07-17 08:51:26 · answer #8 · answered by pooterilgatto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why cant you just eat fish?
2006-07-17 08:48:06 · answer #9 · answered by Grack 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋