Omega-3 supplements may help keep young people with a high risk of schizophrenia from getting the condition, according to a small study. Back in 2010, Australian researchers reported that taking the supplements for 12 weeks prevented a first episode of … Continue reading
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The 3 Most Important Types of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats that have numerous benefits for health. But, they’re not all equal. By Freydi Hjalmarsdottir / Authority Nutrition November 19, 2015 Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats that have numerous benefits for health. However, not … Continue reading
Omega 3s for Weight Loss: Timing is Everything
Michelle Schoffro Cook January 17, 2014 You’ve probably heard that Omega 3 fatty acids are good for you. You may even know they help with weight loss. But, timing when you ingest them plays a huge role in how much … Continue reading
Flax and chia seeds: both high in Omega 3s, good fats and fibre
Once resigned to birdfeeders, seeds are now touted as the missing link to best health. Flax and chia, it seems, have been dueling for the latest title of superfood. But do these two tiny varieties live up to the hype? … Continue reading
Omega-3s tied to lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis
By Veronica Hackethal, MD NEW YORK Thu Aug 22, 2013 (Reuters Health) – Women who have diets high in omega-3 fatty acids derived from fish are less likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis than those who … Continue reading
5 Foods to Make You Happy (Hint: Omega-3s)
By Sherry Guastini June 13, 2012 Do you ever feel depressed or disconnected from your daily life, as if you’re just going through the motions? Are your relationships suffering because you feel numb and joyless? Do you forget appointments or … Continue reading
Study finds link between blood levels of omega-3s and longevity
Eat Fish, Live Longer? WebMD News from HealthDay By Kathleen Doheny HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, April 1 (HealthDay News) – Regularly eating fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids might lengthen your life, new research suggests. A study of more than … Continue reading
Omega-3s as Study Aid? DHA May Help Lowest-Scoring Readers Improve
In a four-month trial of the omega-3 fatty acid DHA, some improvement was seen in children’s reading scores and behavior, but only in the lowest performing studentsBy MAIA SZALAVITZ | @maiasz | September 7, 2012 Supplementation with the omega-3 fatty … Continue reading
Omega-3 fats tied to less cancer-related fatigue: study
Wed Mar 21, 2012 (Reuters) – Breast cancer survivors who eat a healthy dose of omega-3 fats – found largely in oily fish like salmon, tuna and mackerel – may have some extra energy throughout their day, according to a … Continue reading
Omega-3 Fatty Acids Help Brain Age Better
Diet Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Help Prevent Memory Problems, Slow Effects of Aging in the Brain By Jennifer WarnerWebMD Health News Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD Feb. 27, 2012 — Forget the fish and your brain might become … Continue reading