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Fish Oil Benefits

November 26th, 2009

It is commonly known that Fish oils are a great source of minerals and nutrients that can be used to help the body fight off wear and tear and stay healthy. Fish oils are high in a substance known as Omega 3 which can help with the following:

1. Reduce Pain and Inflammation. Omega 3 fatty acids, improve your inflammatory response – that is combating swelling. This can help with people that may suffer from conditions such as arthritis, or osteoarthritis. The oils may also help with maintaining the lubrication of the joints, such as knees and elbows.

2. Improve brain performance – You may have read that Omega 3s are now being trialled by schools to help improve children’s attention problems, this is because many studies show the powerful effect that fish oil can have on the brain.

3. Improve cardiovascular strength – Omega 3 fatty acids are thought to reduce cholesterol, which can help improve the lifespan of your heart. This is of course a good thing, which is why you should regularly eat mackerel and other types of oily fish in your diet. The fish oil found in the mackerel can help add years to your life expectancy – your heart needs all the help it can get.

4. Lower rates of depression and psychosis – Studies have also shown that Omegas may alleviate the symptoms of depression in some people who take high doses of Omega 3s on a regular basis.

With just these 4 potential benefits of increasing your Fish Oil intake, can you afford not to? The likely benefits of increased Omega 3s in your diet are so important. So get yourself down to your local fish market and stock up on those fantastic Omega 3 rich fish and reap the benefits today.

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Fish Oil Benefits You May Not Know

June 13th, 2009

A recent article from a registered dietitian pointed out six fish oil benefits you may not know.  I will paraphrase here.

1. Extends the longevity of those suffering from congestive heart failure.

2. Keeps C-reactive down in blood (helps fight inflammation)

3. Can keep at bay some forms of aggressive prostate cancer

4. Improves asthma symptoms, especially in children

5. Improves dry eyes (makes oily tears)

6. Females especially battle tolerance to cold, fish oil helps by encouraging blood vessels to do their job.

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