Omega Fish Oil

Is it safe to take mix all these supplements together on a daily basis to get all the general health benefits?

Boku Superfood: serving size is: 9.46 grams (1 serving)
The approx: breakdown
3000 mg – Greens, sprouts, enzymes, and probiotics
Organic Young Barley Grass Juice
Organic Spirulina
Organic Kelp
Organic Nopal Cactus
Organic Nettle Leaf
Organic Chlorella (Cracked Cell Wall)
Organic Klamath Lake Blue-Green Algae
Organic Broccoli Juice
Organic Kale Juice
Organic Spinach Juice
Organic Cabbage Juice
Organic Parsley Juice
Organic Sprouted Flax
Boku Super Enzymes
(Amylase, Protease (3 different potencies), Bromelain, Cellulase, Lipase, Alpha-galactosidase, Papain)
L. Sporogenes (kosher pareve probiotic)
Himalayan Pink Crystal Salt
3000 mg – Maca root juice, mushrooms, mesquite, and cacao
Organic, Fresh Pressed, Maca Root Juice
Organic Boku Super Tákés (14 specialty mushroom blend)
Organic Sweet Mesquite Pod
Organic Cacao (Raw Chocolate)
3000 mg – Low glycemic fruit, berries and vanilla
Organic Lucuma Fruit
Organic Goji Berry juice
Organic Hawthorn Berry
Organic Strawberry Juice
Organic Fine Vanilla Bean

Co-Q10 150 mg

Green Tea Extract 450 mg

Red Yeast Rice Extract 1,200 mg

Cellfood

Resveratrol:
Polygonum cuspidatum extract
(standardized to 50% [300 mg] trans-resveratrol)

Omega Fish Oil:
Total Fat 1.4 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) 200 IU
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol) 33.3 IU
Fish Oil 1,400 mg
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids (as natural triglycerides):
840 mg *
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) 420 mg *
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 280 mg *
Other Omega-3 Fatty Acids 140 mg *
Total Natural Vitamin E Tocopherols 200 mg *
Total Natural Vitamin E Tocotrienols 28 mg *
Coenzyme Q10 20 mg *
Lipase 10 mg

Purbiotic:
Proprietary Probiotic Blend† 700 mg
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Bifidobacterium longum
Bifidobacterium bifidum
Lactobacillus casei subsp. casei
Lactobacillus rhamnosus
NutraFlora® (short-chain fructooligosaccharides) (prebiotic) 75 mg
Inulin (prebiotic) 75 mg

Multi Vitamin:

Vitamin A (as beta-carotene and natural mixed carotenoids) 5000 IU
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 500 mg
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) 600 IU
Vitamin E (as natural d-alpha-tocopheryl succinate with mixed tocopherols) 200 IU
Thiamine (vitamin B1) (as thiamine HCl) 25 mg
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 25 mg
Niacin (as niacinamide) 25 mg
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 50 mg
Folate (as folic acid) 400 mcg
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 300 mcg
Biotin 300 mcg
Pantothenic acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) 50 mg
Calcium (as calcium carbonate) 200 mg
Magnesium (as magnesium oxide) 100 mg
Zinc (as monomethionine from OptiZinc®) 20 mg
Selenium (as selenomethionine) 100 mcg
Chromium (50% as chromium picolinate and 50% as chromium polynicotinate complex from ChromeMate®) 200 mcg
Copper (as copper chelate) 1 mg
Manganese (as manganese chelate) 2 mg
Alpha Lipoic Acid 25 mg
Curcumin (Turmeric) (rhizome)(standardized to 95% curcuminoids) 10 mg
Lutein 5 mg
Lycopene 2 mg
Zeaxanthin (from OptiSharp™) 0.5 mg

Protecting Health Freedom: By Ron Paul?

Before the U.S. House of Representatives on May 2, 2007

Madam Speaker, I rise to introduce the Health Freedom Protection Act. This bill restores the First Amendment rights of consumers to receive truthful information regarding the benefits of foods and dietary supplements by codifying the First Amendment standards used by federal courts to strike down the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) efforts to censor truthful health claims. The Health Freedom Protection Act also stops the Federal Trade Commissions (FTC) from censoring truthful health care claims.

The American people have made it clear they do not want the federal government to interfere with their access to dietary supplements, yet the FDA and the FTC continue to engage in heavy-handed attempts to restrict such access. The FDA continues to frustrate consumers’ efforts to learn how they can improve their health even after Congress, responding to a record number of constituents’ comments, passed the Dietary Supplement and Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA). FDA bureaucrats are so determined to frustrate consumers’ access to truthful information that they are even evading their duty to comply with four federal court decisions vindicating consumers’ First Amendment rights to discover the health benefits of foods and dietary supplements.

FDA bureaucrats have even refused to abide by the DSHEA section allowing the public to have access to scientific articles and publications regarding the role of nutrients in protecting against diseases by claiming that every article concerning this topic is evidence of intent to sell a drug.

Because of the FDA’s censorship of truthful health claims, millions of Americans may suffer with diseases and other health care problems they may have avoided by using dietary supplements. For example, the FDA prohibited consumers from learning how folic acid reduces the risk of neural tube defects for four years after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended every woman of childbearing age take folic acid supplements to reduce neural tube defects. This FDA action contributed to an estimated 10,000 cases of preventable neural tube defects!

The FDA also continues to prohibit consumers from learning about the scientific evidence that glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are effective in the treatment of osteoarthritis; that omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of sudden-death heart attack; and that calcium may reduce the risk of bone fractures.

The Health Freedom Protection Act will force the FDA to at last comply with the commands of Congress, the First Amendment, and the American people by codifying the First Amendment standards adopted by the federal courts. Specifically, the Health Freedom Protection Act stops the FDA from censoring truthful claims about the curative, mitigative, or preventative effects of dietary supplements, and adopts the federal court’s suggested use of disclaimers as an alternative to censorship. The Health Freedom Protection Act also stops the FDA from prohibiting the distribution of scientific articles and publications regarding the role of nutrients in protecting against disease.

This legislation also addresses the FTC’s violations of the First Amendment. Under traditional First Amendment jurisprudence, the federal government bears the burden of proving an advertising statement false before censoring that statement. However, the FTC has reversed the standard in the case of dietary supplements by requiring supplement manufactures to satisfy an unobtainable standard of proof that their statement is true. The FTC’s standards are blocking innovation in the marketplace.

The Health Freedom Protection Act requires the government bear the burden of proving that speech should be censored. This is how it should be in a free, dynamic society. The bill also requires that the FTC warn parties that their advertising is false and give them a chance to correct their mistakes.

Madam Speaker, if we are serious about putting people in charge of their health care, then shouldn’t we stop federal bureaucrats from preventing Americans from learning about simple ways to improve their health. I therefore call on my colleagues to stand up for good health care and the First Amendment by cosponsoring the Health Freedom Protection Act.

Omega-3′s and being healthy without fish?

Omega-3‘s have been found to be one of the healthiest substances in food..
And fish is seemingly one of the only / main sources of this fatty acid.

I have never liked fish, and have only eaten it twice or so in my life…
I am 15, fit, athletic..

With Omega-3‘s being “key” in staying or helping you be healthy,
1. am i not as healthy as i could be because i don’t eat them?
2. will starting to eat them benefit me in health / sports ability
3. are there other ways to get Omega-3‘s

Healthy?? Health?? Huh??

Can somebody please tell me the benefits of healthy foods, for example Omega 3 fatty acids help develop the brain. Like that, no answers like: they make you healthy, I know that LoL. And what are some other things a student studying food and nutrition in University should know? Please I need these answers! Thanks in advance!

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Name

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Class

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About Fish Oil Capsules

Fish oil capsules are a new health supplement phenomenon. TV ads promote them. Stores display them prominently. My brother takes them diligently since taking a health class. Do they provide a real health benefit or are they merely a fad?
The hype behind fish oil is Omega-3 fatty acids. We can’t live without them. There are three different Omega-3 fatty acids acid (DHA) and Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) are the two with the most benefit. They are also easiest for our body to use. Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is poorly converted in our bodies to DHA and EPA.
“Pretty much everybody’s diet is deficient in omega-3s. That’s why adding them back seems to have so many health benefits, (WebMD.com)” says Dr, D. Leopold M.D., Director of Integrative Medicine at Scripps Center in San Diego. Increased intake may be especially important for people with certain diseases or risk factors.
Since the 1930’s, scientists have known that Omega-3 fatty acids are essential to normal growth and health. In the 1970’s researches studied the Greenland Inuit Tribe. This people group consumed large amounts of fat from seafood, yet had no heart disease. The high level of Omega-3 fatty acids, in their diet protected them from high triglycerides (blood fat) and reduced their heart rate, blood pressure, and atherosclerosis. Omega-3s also have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Omega-3s reduce the negative impact of another essential fatty acid,
Omega-6s, which make our blood sticky and cause inflammation. Our western diet is full of Omega-6s and lacks the Omega-3s. Unbalanced Omega-6s leads to blood clot formation and increased risk of heart attack. The proper diet ratio should be 4 parts Omega-3s to 1 part Omega-6s. The American diet tends to have a ratio of 1 part Omega-3s to 20 parts Omega-6s a really bad ratio. Research about Omega-3s is ongoing and looks to have many other possible but not yet proven health benefits.
Food sources of Omega-3s are more readily absorbed (90%) over fish oil capsules (50%). DHA and EPA are found in cold-water fish such as salmon, mackerel, halibut, sardines, tuna, and herring. They provide about 1gm of Omega-3s in 3.5 ounces of fish. Fish do not synthesize the Omega-3s they obtain them from algae and plankton in their diet. ALA is found in flaxseed, soybeans, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and some leafy greens.
A good diet is the best source of Omega-3s but a supplement seems smart and safe for most Americans, to get the recommended dose. Fish oil capsules contain DHA and EPA. This is the best supplement. ALA supplements convert poorly to the needed DHA and EPA. Algae oil capsules contain only DHA.
Dosing of fish oil supplements is based on the amount of EPA and DHA, not the amount of fish oil. The general recommendation for adults is one gram of Omega-3s daily. Those with high triglycerides or heart disease need 2-4 grams daily based on physician recommendation. Dietary supplements like fish oil capsules are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. It is important to buy a variety that has verification by the International Fish Oil Standards. This agency ensures that the amount of Omega-3s in the supplement is accurate and that it is not contaminated with mercury, dioxin, or PCB.
Fish oil capsules are likely safe for most people; side effects may include belching, bad breath, heartburn, nausea, diarrhea, rash, and nosebleeds. Taking with meals on using a time release capsule can decrease these side effects.
The data seems convincing that Omega-3 fatty acids are important to our health and that many people have a diet deficiency in these essential nutrients. Although dietary sources are preferable, fish oil capsules are a good option for those that don’t eat enough Omega-3 rich foods.

Works Cited

Griffin, Morgan R. “Who Needs Omega-3s?.” WebMD.com. WebMD, 24 Aug. 2008. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. <http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/who-needs-omega-3s?page=4>.

“Obesity and central fat pattern among Greenland Inuit and a general population of Denmark (Inter99): Relationship to metabolic risk factors.” www.nature.com. Nature Publishing Group, 2003. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. .

“Fish Oil.” www.nlm.nih.gov/. Therapeutic Research Faculty, n.d. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. .

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Is it safe to take mix all these supplements together on a daily basis to get all the general health benefits?

Boku Superfood: serving size is: 9.46 grams (1 serving)
The approx: breakdown
3000 mg – Greens, sprouts, enzymes, and probiotics
Organic Young Barley Grass Juice
Organic Spirulina
Organic Kelp
Organic Nopal Cactus
Organic Nettle Leaf
Organic Chlorella (Cracked Cell Wall)
Organic Klamath Lake Blue-Green Algae
Organic Broccoli Juice
Organic Kale Juice
Organic Spinach Juice
Organic Cabbage Juice
Organic Parsley Juice
Organic Sprouted Flax
Boku Super Enzymes
(Amylase, Protease (3 different potencies), Bromelain, Cellulase, Lipase, Alpha-galactosidase, Papain)
L. Sporogenes (kosher pareve probiotic)
Himalayan Pink Crystal Salt
3000 mg – Maca root juice, mushrooms, mesquite, and cacao
Organic, Fresh Pressed, Maca Root Juice
Organic Boku Super Tákés (14 specialty mushroom blend)
Organic Sweet Mesquite Pod
Organic Cacao (Raw Chocolate)
3000 mg – Low glycemic fruit, berries and vanilla
Organic Lucuma Fruit
Organic Goji Berry juice
Organic Hawthorn Berry
Organic Strawberry Juice
Organic Fine Vanilla Bean

Co-Q10 150 mg

Green Tea Extract 450 mg

Red Yeast Rice Extract 1,200 mg

Cellfood

Resveratrol:
Polygonum cuspidatum extract
(standardized to 50% [300 mg] trans-resveratrol)

Omega Fish Oil:
Total Fat 1.4 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) 200 IU
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol) 33.3 IU
Fish Oil 1,400 mg
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids (as natural triglycerides):
840 mg *
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) 420 mg *
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 280 mg *
Other Omega-3 Fatty Acids 140 mg *
Total Natural Vitamin E Tocopherols 200 mg *
Total Natural Vitamin E Tocotrienols 28 mg *
Coenzyme Q10 20 mg *
Lipase 10 mg

Purbiotic:
Proprietary Probiotic Blend† 700 mg
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Bifidobacterium longum
Bifidobacterium bifidum
Lactobacillus casei subsp. casei
Lactobacillus rhamnosus
NutraFlora® (short-chain fructooligosaccharides) (prebiotic) 75 mg
Inulin (prebiotic) 75 mg

Multi Vitamin:

Vitamin A (as beta-carotene and natural mixed carotenoids) 5000 IU
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 500 mg
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) 600 IU
Vitamin E (as natural d-alpha-tocopheryl succinate with mixed tocopherols) 200 IU
Thiamine (vitamin B1) (as thiamine HCl) 25 mg
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 25 mg
Niacin (as niacinamide) 25 mg
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 50 mg
Folate (as folic acid) 400 mcg
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 300 mcg
Biotin 300 mcg
Pantothenic acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) 50 mg
Calcium (as calcium carbonate) 200 mg
Magnesium (as magnesium oxide) 100 mg
Zinc (as monomethionine from OptiZinc®) 20 mg
Selenium (as selenomethionine) 100 mcg
Chromium (50% as chromium picolinate and 50% as chromium polynicotinate complex from ChromeMate®) 200 mcg
Copper (as copper chelate) 1 mg
Manganese (as manganese chelate) 2 mg
Alpha Lipoic Acid 25 mg
Curcumin (Turmeric) (rhizome)(standardized to 95% curcuminoids) 10 mg
Lutein 5 mg
Lycopene 2 mg
Zeaxanthin (from OptiSharp™) 0.5 mg

Protecting Health Freedom: By Ron Paul?

Before the U.S. House of Representatives on May 2, 2007

Madam Speaker, I rise to introduce the Health Freedom Protection Act. This bill restores the First Amendment rights of consumers to receive truthful information regarding the benefits of foods and dietary supplements by codifying the First Amendment standards used by federal courts to strike down the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) efforts to censor truthful health claims. The Health Freedom Protection Act also stops the Federal Trade Commissions (FTC) from censoring truthful health care claims.

The American people have made it clear they do not want the federal government to interfere with their access to dietary supplements, yet the FDA and the FTC continue to engage in heavy-handed attempts to restrict such access. The FDA continues to frustrate consumers’ efforts to learn how they can improve their health even after Congress, responding to a record number of constituents’ comments, passed the Dietary Supplement and Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA). FDA bureaucrats are so determined to frustrate consumers’ access to truthful information that they are even evading their duty to comply with four federal court decisions vindicating consumers’ First Amendment rights to discover the health benefits of foods and dietary supplements.

FDA bureaucrats have even refused to abide by the DSHEA section allowing the public to have access to scientific articles and publications regarding the role of nutrients in protecting against diseases by claiming that every article concerning this topic is evidence of intent to sell a drug.

Because of the FDA’s censorship of truthful health claims, millions of Americans may suffer with diseases and other health care problems they may have avoided by using dietary supplements. For example, the FDA prohibited consumers from learning how folic acid reduces the risk of neural tube defects for four years after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended every woman of childbearing age take folic acid supplements to reduce neural tube defects. This FDA action contributed to an estimated 10,000 cases of preventable neural tube defects!

The FDA also continues to prohibit consumers from learning about the scientific evidence that glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are effective in the treatment of osteoarthritis; that omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of sudden-death heart attack; and that calcium may reduce the risk of bone fractures.

The Health Freedom Protection Act will force the FDA to at last comply with the commands of Congress, the First Amendment, and the American people by codifying the First Amendment standards adopted by the federal courts. Specifically, the Health Freedom Protection Act stops the FDA from censoring truthful claims about the curative, mitigative, or preventative effects of dietary supplements, and adopts the federal court’s suggested use of disclaimers as an alternative to censorship. The Health Freedom Protection Act also stops the FDA from prohibiting the distribution of scientific articles and publications regarding the role of nutrients in protecting against disease.

This legislation also addresses the FTC’s violations of the First Amendment. Under traditional First Amendment jurisprudence, the federal government bears the burden of proving an advertising statement false before censoring that statement. However, the FTC has reversed the standard in the case of dietary supplements by requiring supplement manufactures to satisfy an unobtainable standard of proof that their statement is true. The FTC’s standards are blocking innovation in the marketplace.

The Health Freedom Protection Act requires the government bear the burden of proving that speech should be censored. This is how it should be in a free, dynamic society. The bill also requires that the FTC warn parties that their advertising is false and give them a chance to correct their mistakes.

Madam Speaker, if we are serious about putting people in charge of their health care, then shouldn’t we stop federal bureaucrats from preventing Americans from learning about simple ways to improve their health. I therefore call on my colleagues to stand up for good health care and the First Amendment by cosponsoring the Health Freedom Protection Act.

Omega-3′s and being healthy without fish?

Omega-3‘s have been found to be one of the healthiest substances in food..
And fish is seemingly one of the only / main sources of this fatty acid.

I have never liked fish, and have only eaten it twice or so in my life…
I am 15, fit, athletic..

With Omega-3‘s being “key” in staying or helping you be healthy,
1. am i not as healthy as i could be because i don’t eat them?
2. will starting to eat them benefit me in health / sports ability
3. are there other ways to get Omega-3‘s

Healthy?? Health?? Huh??

Can somebody please tell me the benefits of healthy foods, for example Omega 3 fatty acids help develop the brain. Like that, no answers like: they make you healthy, I know that LoL. And what are some other things a student studying food and nutrition in University should know? Please I need these answers! Thanks in advance!

Need help with mla format on paper?

Name

Teacher

Class

Date

About Fish Oil Capsules

Fish oil capsules are a new health supplement phenomenon. TV ads promote them. Stores display them prominently. My brother takes them diligently since taking a health class. Do they provide a real health benefit or are they merely a fad?
The hype behind fish oil is Omega-3 fatty acids. We can’t live without them. There are three different Omega-3 fatty acids acid (DHA) and Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) are the two with the most benefit. They are also easiest for our body to use. Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is poorly converted in our bodies to DHA and EPA.
“Pretty much everybody’s diet is deficient in omega-3s. That’s why adding them back seems to have so many health benefits, (WebMD.com)” says Dr, D. Leopold M.D., Director of Integrative Medicine at Scripps Center in San Diego. Increased intake may be especially important for people with certain diseases or risk factors.
Since the 1930’s, scientists have known that Omega-3 fatty acids are essential to normal growth and health. In the 1970’s researches studied the Greenland Inuit Tribe. This people group consumed large amounts of fat from seafood, yet had no heart disease. The high level of Omega-3 fatty acids, in their diet protected them from high triglycerides (blood fat) and reduced their heart rate, blood pressure, and atherosclerosis. Omega-3s also have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Omega-3s reduce the negative impact of another essential fatty acid,
Omega-6s, which make our blood sticky and cause inflammation. Our western diet is full of Omega-6s and lacks the Omega-3s. Unbalanced Omega-6s leads to blood clot formation and increased risk of heart attack. The proper diet ratio should be 4 parts Omega-3s to 1 part Omega-6s. The American diet tends to have a ratio of 1 part Omega-3s to 20 parts Omega-6s a really bad ratio. Research about Omega-3s is ongoing and looks to have many other possible but not yet proven health benefits.
Food sources of Omega-3s are more readily absorbed (90%) over fish oil capsules (50%). DHA and EPA are found in cold-water fish such as salmon, mackerel, halibut, sardines, tuna, and herring. They provide about 1gm of Omega-3s in 3.5 ounces of fish. Fish do not synthesize the Omega-3s they obtain them from algae and plankton in their diet. ALA is found in flaxseed, soybeans, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and some leafy greens.
A good diet is the best source of Omega-3s but a supplement seems smart and safe for most Americans, to get the recommended dose. Fish oil capsules contain DHA and EPA. This is the best supplement. ALA supplements convert poorly to the needed DHA and EPA. Algae oil capsules contain only DHA.
Dosing of fish oil supplements is based on the amount of EPA and DHA, not the amount of fish oil. The general recommendation for adults is one gram of Omega-3s daily. Those with high triglycerides or heart disease need 2-4 grams daily based on physician recommendation. Dietary supplements like fish oil capsules are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. It is important to buy a variety that has verification by the International Fish Oil Standards. This agency ensures that the amount of Omega-3s in the supplement is accurate and that it is not contaminated with mercury, dioxin, or PCB.
Fish oil capsules are likely safe for most people; side effects may include belching, bad breath, heartburn, nausea, diarrhea, rash, and nosebleeds. Taking with meals on using a time release capsule can decrease these side effects.
The data seems convincing that Omega-3 fatty acids are important to our health and that many people have a diet deficiency in these essential nutrients. Although dietary sources are preferable, fish oil capsules are a good option for those that don’t eat enough Omega-3 rich foods.

Works Cited

Griffin, Morgan R. “Who Needs Omega-3s?.” WebMD.com. WebMD, 24 Aug. 2008. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. <http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/who-needs-omega-3s?page=4>.

“Obesity and central fat pattern among Greenland Inuit and a general population of Denmark (Inter99): Relationship to metabolic risk factors.” www.nature.com. Nature Publishing Group, 2003. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. .

“Fish Oil.” www.nlm.nih.gov/. Therapeutic Research Faculty, n.d. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. .

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Can anyone confirm if the date should be written as stated below

Recipes using flax seed oil?

I am looking for some good recipes using flax seed oil, like for salad dressing. I know you can’t use it to cook with but does anyone have any suggestions?

what are some recipes i can incorporate flax seed oil into?

i bought a hefty bottle knowing it’s good for me.. now what do i do with it?!

Can someone complete this recipe for a blueberry breakfast smoothie.Blueberry, Kashi, soy milk, flax seed oil?

What else goes in this shake?

what can i substitute for flax seed oil?

In a brown crispy rice recipe (its like a health bar) i need flax seed oil but i cant find it. can i used grape seed oil or sunflower oil?
thanks

have you ever juiced before ? flax oil?

im planning on doing a juice fast for a few days and what experiences have you had with this ? i want to add flax oil to my juices for health reasons, have you ever done this, advice ? great recipes? any help thanks

where do I buy syrup form multivitamin of omega 3 fatty acid and DHA for kids?

What is a better product to purchase for syrup form multivitamin of omega 3 fatty acid and DHA? Have anyone tried Haliborange Omega 3 for kids? And where can I buy this product in the US? Many thanks.

How much Omega 3 for ADHD?

Omega 3 fatty acids have been shown to have a very positive effect in children with ADHD, and to aid concentration and behaviour in general.
There are plenty of off the shelf brands available but most have very small amounts of the active ingredients.
Does anyone know what the suggested daily amount of DHA & EPA is for children to safely target ADHD this way?
Also – any recommended brands??

Many thanks in advance would love to hear about your experiences with kids/ADHD/Omega 3‘s

Cheers
James

What is the best multivitamin for ADD kids?

Hello
I have a 7 year old who is ADD. She is currently taking Nordic Naturals omega 3 fatty acids. I am looking for a GREAT multivitamin for her. Any suggestions?

I found chewable Omeg 3 vitamins?

Recently I corresponded with an Answers member about not wanting to put her son on add or adhd meds, one of her kids lived with her and the other with her ex, she didn’t want to put the child on anything that would hurt him and didn’t like the meds for adhd at all. I had told her that Omega 3 fatty acids would help, or so I was told. Well I have found chewable “gummi” vitamins that are Omega 3 acids. I have found them at my local target store in their vitamin section. I couldn’t find her question in my history to respond to her so if any of you read this and know who I amtalking about, please feel free to fwd it to her or use it for your own purposes. thanks to all!

Omega-3 DHA question? ?

After searching google articles, I got confused….Omega -3 DHA is good for kids as well as preg women, right? I bought Organic Milk plus DHA in it….how many glasses is considered safe or recommended amount for a preg lady? And heres what I got confused about…I also have some Odwalla Juice, made with ALA fatty acid from flaxseed. Is that just as beneficial as the DHA in the milk or should I steer clear of it….All help would be appreciated=)
I don’t have a Dr. to call up…still tryign to get approved for Medicaid =) Thanks for everybody who can help!

What is involved in getting a bone density test?

A couple of weeks ago I injured my foot at work. The workman’s compensation doctor has reviewed the xrays and determined that there is not a visible fracture. He, however is concerned because my foot still has a lot of swelling and it is very painful to stand, walk or even move my foot. He has decided that he is going to order a bone density test. What exactly is a bone density test and what is included in this test?

What is the difference between a bone density test vs a bone mineral density test?

I really want to find out if the bone density test and a bone mineral test are of equal value or if one is better than the other.

Can I refuse to be weighed before taking a bone density test without repercussion?

I have personal reasons why I do not want to be weighed before the bone density test that I am scheduled for. Can they refuse to give me the test?

Is giving a bone density test dangerous to the person giving it?

My wife is a nurse and she has to give bone density tests as part of her job. She was told that you do not need any protective gear against the radiation. I am concerned that it is dangerous for her health. Does anyone have any info on this subject? Anything would be greatly appreciated.

How accurate is the Heel Bone Density test?

I am 33, 5’11, 150, body fat 9%. I work out with weights 2-3x a week, walk 4 miles a day and bike (for the last 4 years). I have had hormonal imbalances and have been on Depo shot for several years to control that.

I had the heel bone density test done today at our state fair health building. I got a T score of -1.9 which they say is high risk for osteoporosis. I am taking Caltrate daily plus centrum. After hearing this score, I stopped and bought more calcium as what I was taking wasn’t 100% of daily requirement. I do drink milk, a gallon a week.

So, was this test accurate? Am I going to fall and break a hip tomorrow, next year, 10 years? I am in great shape with lots of muscle tone. I was really surprised about this. I know I had a TERRIBLE diet from a teenager until I was 27 or so. The person at the clinic said that was most likely the cause, not the Depo shots. Will I be ok if I start with more Ca and Vitamin D and keep up the exercise?

what are the essential fatty acids? how about semi-essential?

I already know hat an essential fatty acid is or what does it mean, but I want the list, I can’t find it in the web? can someone please state them here? or give some? thanks!

Complete list of every essential vitamin, mineral, protein, and fatty acid?

@mensan: Welcome to Yahoo answers. You chose to be the answerer of this question, so you should do your job correctly like hcbiochem.

What is the other fat that is not listed on nutrition labels?

For example it will read: Total Fat-10 g, Sat. Fat- 3 g, Trans- 0 g Monounsaturated- 3 g, Polyunsaturated- 2. What is the other grams of fat not listed? Is it the healthy omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids?

Why is’nt any one pushing for INDUSTRIAL HEMP?

OK the problems are no longer LEFT or RIGHT!
The problem is that our government has been bought and sold by major corporate interest.
The looming energy crisis could be solved by legalizing INDUSTRIAL HEMP!
The only reason it is illegal is because way back after hemp helped us win a couple wars, DuPont, Big Cotton, Big Oil, Paper Company’s and White Supremacists rallied to make it illegal because INDUSTRIAL HEMP would hinder if not make these corporations obsolete.
I am not talking about Marijuana lets get that straight.
INDUSTRIAL HEMP has very little THC (active substance in pot)
It is the strongest natural fiber know to man.
It grows faster than corn and yields more bio-fuel mass.
For 1 crop of corn a farmer could harvest 3 crops of hemp in a season.
Our constitution was written on hemp paper and it is still around, wood pulp paper takes virgin resources and excretes mercury and other terrible chemicals into YOUR water!
As a food source HEMP has more protein than soy, and has all of your essential fatty acids, omegas, and a grocery list of vita mins.
So this is clearly a situation that could be solved by repealing a set of laws based on GREED!
I am all about liberty, I am unaffiliated with either party.
To be a “staunch” any thing is foolish!
Be critical of the RIGHT be critical of the LEFT!
Both are for sale!

Why don’t we use INDUSTRIAL HEMP, or at least explore the resource?

OK the problems are no longer LEFT or RIGHT!
The problem is that our government has been bought and sold by major corporate interest.
The looming energy crisis could be solved by legalizing INDUSTRIAL HEMP!
The only reason it is illegal is because way back after hemp helped us win a couple wars, DuPont, Big Cotton, Big Oil, Paper Company’s and White Supremacists rallied to make it illegal because INDUSTRIAL HEMP would hinder if not make these corporations obsolete.
I am not talking about Marijuana lets get that straight.
INDUSTRIAL HEMP has very little THC (active substance in pot)
It is the strongest natural fiber know to man.
It grows faster than corn and yields more bio-fuel mass.
For 1 crop of corn a farmer could harvest 3 crops of hemp in a season.
Our constitution was written on hemp paper and it is still around, wood pulp paper takes virgin resources and excretes mercury and other terrible chemicals into YOUR water!
As a food source HEMP has more protein than soy, and has all of your essential fatty acids, omegas, and a grocery list of vita mins.
So this is clearly a situation that could be solved by repealing a set of laws based on GREED!
I am all about liberty, I am unaffiliated with either party.
To be a “staunch” any thing is foolish!
Be critical of the RIGHT be critical of the LEFT!
Both are for sale!

Can dogs use the same omega 3 fatty acids that I buy over the counter. cheaper than the 30 bucks at pet store

30 dollars at the pet store, and 10 bucks for flax seed oil at Wal-mart. Human quality usually is better but I am not sure that it will not make my dogs sick.

Brewers yeast with omega 3 fatty acids &garlic for my dog?

Does anyone else give these to there dogs?

Brewers yeast with omega 3 fatty acids &garlic for my dog?

I bought these pills at my local walmart.Thought I would give them a try.Has any one tried these that can tell me if they work or not?

Can my dog take omega 3 & omega 6 fatty Acids ?

My 3 yr old Lab has been diagnosed has having an allergie / skin condition of some kind. He has 2 x strong hold flea treatment every 4 weeks and he is wormed regularly. The vet said that is a good start but he must have an allergie because this treatment doesn’t clear up his itchy / sore / scabby / dry skin which he licks and chews like mad. The vet prescribed anti inflamatorys ans antibiotics to stop the itching and see if it would clear up. The itching has stopped and the sores are healing slowly, he is looking more comfortable. However the vet has advised he has shots every month for 1 yr and play it by ear to see if it clears completely or if it will be a life long thing. I have been told that omega 3 & omega 6 fatty acids along with cod liver oil will also help Diesel as the fatty acids help whatever makes him itch aqnd the cod liver oil will apparently bring back his glossy coat. Has anyone has similar problems or can advise on this problem ?????? will omega & cod liver help any ? I have already changed his food to one which has no rubbish in it, no E numbers, no dairy, wheat or gluten in it which I hope will help also. Any info or suggestions ????????????

Dog foods high in Omega 3 & 6 Fatty acids?

What are some good yet inexpensive foods high in Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Also foods that can be bought at place such as Walmart since I don’t have a petsmart or other pet type store in my area. Thanks for any help in advance.
Thanks for the answers, I was able to find a 6 star dog food that is sold 5 miles from my house at a candle shop. I have never even been to the place, so I had no idea. I called them up, they have it in stock and I am going to be making a trip there for the food. Thanks so much. My dog will greatly appreciate this.

constipation…flax seed oil, vitamin E, D?

For the past month or so, I’ve been taking 3000mg of flax seed oil, 200 IU of vitamin E, and 200 IU of vitamin D. I have been somewhat constipated. I still have bowel movements as regular as before, but the bowel is dry. I’m wondering if any of these supplements causes constipation. Although, I looked up flax seed oil & it was listed as a relief for constipation.

Natural alternative for child constipation?

I’m not sure if I would call it constipation, but they are not as frequent and tend to be hard.
Anyone who has tried a natural alternative to help regulate their child and was successful?
So far I’ve tried probiotic acidophilus, fish oil, flax seed oil.
Thanks in advance!
We donot consume white bread( only whole wheat or multi grains) in our home, and I’ve been increasing her fruit consumption.
Such great ideas already! Thanks!

Do you know any remedies for baby constipation?

My 8 month old has been constipated since birth it seems. I just switched her from similac to good start to see if it helps.Ive read formula fed babies should go poo daily but my baby only goes anywhere from 3-5 days. Do you think its ok and maybe just normal for her to go 3-5 days for her? Ive tried everything I know to help her. I do prunes, peaches, pears, peas, tummy massages, carol syrup, water w/juices, flax oil, olive oil, suppositories. Im out of ideas now! Should I just relax and accept that maybe 4 days of no poo may be normal for her? Please someone who’s been through this offer any advice you can give! Thanx!

Really bad case of constipation..?

I went to the hospital this morning with horrible stomach pains.
They took an x-ray and saw that i have stool backed all the way up to wher i can’t even eat because it has nowhere to go.
The dr. told me to; mix miralax, flax oil, and strawberry ice cream to make a shake. This was very nasty, but i drank what i could.
Then i had to do an enema. this helped for about 10 minutes, but i haven’t gone since.
I have been eating figs, and drinking lots of water, buti was wondering if there was any other remedy that could help??

Toddler constipation, help please, tried many remedies?

First of all I would like to tell you guys thanks for the help. Here’s the thing. Hes not really constipating, he has soft stool. He’s just trying really hard to hold it in I think and its becoming a huge problem because he wont poop and cries constantly everyday cause hes in pain. Went to the doctors and they are not much help. They couldnt find anything after a lot of tests. Just the usual he has constipation, heres some medicine. Tried many home remedies but still the same. Is there anyway I can reduce the pain and have him poop? I feel so bad that hes in so much pain all the time. I wanted to know if there was a soy milk out there that tastes like regular milk. Is flax seed oil and almond oil good? All answers are appreciated.

What is considered a ‘normal’ ‘blood sugar level’ for a 21 year old 250 pound female?

I just tested mine, and it’s 174…Is that a ‘decent’ level or high for my age/gender/weight? I can’t test on a regular basis since I used my uncle’s ‘kit‘ (used a new thing to poke my finger and a new ‘strip’ thing).

I ate about an hour ago, 3 packets of those ‘quaker oatmeal’ type things, and maybe half an hour before that I had a Dr.Pepper. I know that would make a difference
When I went to the doctor on Halloween (for a matter unrelated to diabetes/blood sugar), they tested me and i as normal considering I had eaten some candy not long before going in.

Diabetes “normal” blood sugar levels?

I have done a lot of reading online about what normal results are for blood sugar levels and the majority of health sites seem to say 70 to 100.

I test myself with a home kit about once a week because diabetes runs in my family. My lowest was 62 and my highest is never over 71. I seem to get the number 69 a lot. I test in the afternoons, at least two hours after I have eaten lunch, as suggested on different sites for the most accurate reading.

Should I be considered that my blood sugar is constantly on the low side, even though I am only one point from what it considered normal on average?

Blood glucose level staying relatively low after eating?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I recently bought a home testing kit for diabetes.
Ive not yet seen a doctor as ive moved miles away from my hometown and haven’t yet registered with a new doctor.

Ive always been curious about my blood sugar levels as a few times after not eating for a few hours, i all of a sudden feel really weak, dizzy, sick, cant stand, start sweating like mad and just dont feel good at all.
It sometimes happens after a night of heavy drinking aswell.

I looked this up and it came up as low blood sugar symptoms.

Ive been testing throughout the day, and the results always come between 4.9 – 5.5 which is good. I dont usually eat hearty meals throughout the day, just little snacks.

But when i have eaten a proper meal, ill test an hour later, hour and half, and 2hours later.. just because im unsure when the best time to test is.
And the results come up around 5.4/5.5 everytime.

Is that low after eating a proper meal? Or is it nothing to worry about?

Cheers.

Advice from a doctor please?

a few weeks ago, i kinda blacked out, my family have a history of diabetes so my dad got his home blood sugar level kit out, and my blood sugar was 4.7, is that normal for a 16 year old for about 2PM? now 3/4 weeks after that, i have dropped almost 4 inches off my waist, i was in 34inch waist jeans, and now 32 inch ones are on the large side. I have a blood test scheduled for next friday, however i have a huuuuge phobia of needles and will probably end up bottling it. Should i be worried by my condition?
thank you all in advance x
i’m in england, so the blood sugar kits are different, a doctor told me the level was normal, but my family say its way too low

Health related questions (Help!)?

In short…
A few months back we thought I had hypoglycemia. Symptoms being: Headaches, eye pain, mood changes mostly pending on food, shaky with out food, chronic fatigue etc… We recently got a kit to test blood sugar levels and they are usually between 125 and 145, once it was 163. Would this be considered “impaired glucose tolerance” more close to diabetes or is this normal range? (19 years old, female, 125 pounds) I have no health insurance at this time and am looking for advice. I have a few health things going on. Others being on my period 3 weeks a month, off one week a month. I’ve never been one to be tired but lately I need more sleep. Mood swings. I do have to eat something every hour or everything gets worse (Shaky, head ache, mood swings, depressed, tired, weak, behind my eyes hurt, dizzy, most symptoms of hypoglycemia) Any ideas, help? Advice?
Added:
Also starting a few months back I have had on and off bad sharp abdominal pains everywhere from my upper thigh to rib cage in various locations. Seems to be kept under control with fibrous food and plenty of water, for the most part.

Is it safe to take mix all these supplements together on a daily basis to get all the general health benefits?

Boku Superfood: serving size is: 9.46 grams (1 serving)
The approx: breakdown
3000 mg – Greens, sprouts, enzymes, and probiotics
Organic Young Barley Grass Juice
Organic Spirulina
Organic Kelp
Organic Nopal Cactus
Organic Nettle Leaf
Organic Chlorella (Cracked Cell Wall)
Organic Klamath Lake Blue-Green Algae
Organic Broccoli Juice
Organic Kale Juice
Organic Spinach Juice
Organic Cabbage Juice
Organic Parsley Juice
Organic Sprouted Flax
Boku Super Enzymes
(Amylase, Protease (3 different potencies), Bromelain, Cellulase, Lipase, Alpha-galactosidase, Papain)
L. Sporogenes (kosher pareve probiotic)
Himalayan Pink Crystal Salt
3000 mg – Maca root juice, mushrooms, mesquite, and cacao
Organic, Fresh Pressed, Maca Root Juice
Organic Boku Super Tákés (14 specialty mushroom blend)
Organic Sweet Mesquite Pod
Organic Cacao (Raw Chocolate)
3000 mg – Low glycemic fruit, berries and vanilla
Organic Lucuma Fruit
Organic Goji Berry juice
Organic Hawthorn Berry
Organic Strawberry Juice
Organic Fine Vanilla Bean

Co-Q10 150 mg

Green Tea Extract 450 mg

Red Yeast Rice Extract 1,200 mg

Cellfood

Resveratrol:
Polygonum cuspidatum extract
(standardized to 50% [300 mg] trans-resveratrol)

Omega Fish Oil:
Total Fat 1.4 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) 200 IU
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol) 33.3 IU
Fish Oil 1,400 mg
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids (as natural triglycerides):
840 mg *
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) 420 mg *
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 280 mg *
Other Omega-3 Fatty Acids 140 mg *
Total Natural Vitamin E Tocopherols 200 mg *
Total Natural Vitamin E Tocotrienols 28 mg *
Coenzyme Q10 20 mg *
Lipase 10 mg

Purbiotic:
Proprietary Probiotic Blend† 700 mg
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Bifidobacterium longum
Bifidobacterium bifidum
Lactobacillus casei subsp. casei
Lactobacillus rhamnosus
NutraFlora® (short-chain fructooligosaccharides) (prebiotic) 75 mg
Inulin (prebiotic) 75 mg

Multi Vitamin:

Vitamin A (as beta-carotene and natural mixed carotenoids) 5000 IU
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 500 mg
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) 600 IU
Vitamin E (as natural d-alpha-tocopheryl succinate with mixed tocopherols) 200 IU
Thiamine (vitamin B1) (as thiamine HCl) 25 mg
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 25 mg
Niacin (as niacinamide) 25 mg
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 50 mg
Folate (as folic acid) 400 mcg
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 300 mcg
Biotin 300 mcg
Pantothenic acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) 50 mg
Calcium (as calcium carbonate) 200 mg
Magnesium (as magnesium oxide) 100 mg
Zinc (as monomethionine from OptiZinc®) 20 mg
Selenium (as selenomethionine) 100 mcg
Chromium (50% as chromium picolinate and 50% as chromium polynicotinate complex from ChromeMate®) 200 mcg
Copper (as copper chelate) 1 mg
Manganese (as manganese chelate) 2 mg
Alpha Lipoic Acid 25 mg
Curcumin (Turmeric) (rhizome)(standardized to 95% curcuminoids) 10 mg
Lutein 5 mg
Lycopene 2 mg
Zeaxanthin (from OptiSharp™) 0.5 mg

Protecting Health Freedom: By Ron Paul?

Before the U.S. House of Representatives on May 2, 2007

Madam Speaker, I rise to introduce the Health Freedom Protection Act. This bill restores the First Amendment rights of consumers to receive truthful information regarding the benefits of foods and dietary supplements by codifying the First Amendment standards used by federal courts to strike down the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) efforts to censor truthful health claims. The Health Freedom Protection Act also stops the Federal Trade Commissions (FTC) from censoring truthful health care claims.

The American people have made it clear they do not want the federal government to interfere with their access to dietary supplements, yet the FDA and the FTC continue to engage in heavy-handed attempts to restrict such access. The FDA continues to frustrate consumers’ efforts to learn how they can improve their health even after Congress, responding to a record number of constituents’ comments, passed the Dietary Supplement and Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA). FDA bureaucrats are so determined to frustrate consumers’ access to truthful information that they are even evading their duty to comply with four federal court decisions vindicating consumers’ First Amendment rights to discover the health benefits of foods and dietary supplements.

FDA bureaucrats have even refused to abide by the DSHEA section allowing the public to have access to scientific articles and publications regarding the role of nutrients in protecting against diseases by claiming that every article concerning this topic is evidence of intent to sell a drug.

Because of the FDA’s censorship of truthful health claims, millions of Americans may suffer with diseases and other health care problems they may have avoided by using dietary supplements. For example, the FDA prohibited consumers from learning how folic acid reduces the risk of neural tube defects for four years after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended every woman of childbearing age take folic acid supplements to reduce neural tube defects. This FDA action contributed to an estimated 10,000 cases of preventable neural tube defects!

The FDA also continues to prohibit consumers from learning about the scientific evidence that glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are effective in the treatment of osteoarthritis; that omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of sudden-death heart attack; and that calcium may reduce the risk of bone fractures.

The Health Freedom Protection Act will force the FDA to at last comply with the commands of Congress, the First Amendment, and the American people by codifying the First Amendment standards adopted by the federal courts. Specifically, the Health Freedom Protection Act stops the FDA from censoring truthful claims about the curative, mitigative, or preventative effects of dietary supplements, and adopts the federal court’s suggested use of disclaimers as an alternative to censorship. The Health Freedom Protection Act also stops the FDA from prohibiting the distribution of scientific articles and publications regarding the role of nutrients in protecting against disease.

This legislation also addresses the FTC’s violations of the First Amendment. Under traditional First Amendment jurisprudence, the federal government bears the burden of proving an advertising statement false before censoring that statement. However, the FTC has reversed the standard in the case of dietary supplements by requiring supplement manufactures to satisfy an unobtainable standard of proof that their statement is true. The FTC’s standards are blocking innovation in the marketplace.

The Health Freedom Protection Act requires the government bear the burden of proving that speech should be censored. This is how it should be in a free, dynamic society. The bill also requires that the FTC warn parties that their advertising is false and give them a chance to correct their mistakes.

Madam Speaker, if we are serious about putting people in charge of their health care, then shouldn’t we stop federal bureaucrats from preventing Americans from learning about simple ways to improve their health. I therefore call on my colleagues to stand up for good health care and the First Amendment by cosponsoring the Health Freedom Protection Act.

Omega-3′s and being healthy without fish?

Omega-3‘s have been found to be one of the healthiest substances in food..
And fish is seemingly one of the only / main sources of this fatty acid.

I have never liked fish, and have only eaten it twice or so in my life…
I am 15, fit, athletic..

With Omega-3‘s being “key” in staying or helping you be healthy,
1. am i not as healthy as i could be because i don’t eat them?
2. will starting to eat them benefit me in health / sports ability
3. are there other ways to get Omega-3‘s

Healthy?? Health?? Huh??

Can somebody please tell me the benefits of healthy foods, for example Omega 3 fatty acids help develop the brain. Like that, no answers like: they make you healthy, I know that LoL. And what are some other things a student studying food and nutrition in University should know? Please I need these answers! Thanks in advance!

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About Fish Oil Capsules

Fish oil capsules are a new health supplement phenomenon. TV ads promote them. Stores display them prominently. My brother takes them diligently since taking a health class. Do they provide a real health benefit or are they merely a fad?
The hype behind fish oil is Omega-3 fatty acids. We can’t live without them. There are three different Omega-3 fatty acids acid (DHA) and Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) are the two with the most benefit. They are also easiest for our body to use. Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is poorly converted in our bodies to DHA and EPA.
“Pretty much everybody’s diet is deficient in omega-3s. That’s why adding them back seems to have so many health benefits, (WebMD.com)” says Dr, D. Leopold M.D., Director of Integrative Medicine at Scripps Center in San Diego. Increased intake may be especially important for people with certain diseases or risk factors.
Since the 1930’s, scientists have known that Omega-3 fatty acids are essential to normal growth and health. In the 1970’s researches studied the Greenland Inuit Tribe. This people group consumed large amounts of fat from seafood, yet had no heart disease. The high level of Omega-3 fatty acids, in their diet protected them from high triglycerides (blood fat) and reduced their heart rate, blood pressure, and atherosclerosis. Omega-3s also have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Omega-3s reduce the negative impact of another essential fatty acid,
Omega-6s, which make our blood sticky and cause inflammation. Our western diet is full of Omega-6s and lacks the Omega-3s. Unbalanced Omega-6s leads to blood clot formation and increased risk of heart attack. The proper diet ratio should be 4 parts Omega-3s to 1 part Omega-6s. The American diet tends to have a ratio of 1 part Omega-3s to 20 parts Omega-6s a really bad ratio. Research about Omega-3s is ongoing and looks to have many other possible but not yet proven health benefits.
Food sources of Omega-3s are more readily absorbed (90%) over fish oil capsules (50%). DHA and EPA are found in cold-water fish such as salmon, mackerel, halibut, sardines, tuna, and herring. They provide about 1gm of Omega-3s in 3.5 ounces of fish. Fish do not synthesize the Omega-3s they obtain them from algae and plankton in their diet. ALA is found in flaxseed, soybeans, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and some leafy greens.
A good diet is the best source of Omega-3s but a supplement seems smart and safe for most Americans, to get the recommended dose. Fish oil capsules contain DHA and EPA. This is the best supplement. ALA supplements convert poorly to the needed DHA and EPA. Algae oil capsules contain only DHA.
Dosing of fish oil supplements is based on the amount of EPA and DHA, not the amount of fish oil. The general recommendation for adults is one gram of Omega-3s daily. Those with high triglycerides or heart disease need 2-4 grams daily based on physician recommendation. Dietary supplements like fish oil capsules are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. It is important to buy a variety that has verification by the International Fish Oil Standards. This agency ensures that the amount of Omega-3s in the supplement is accurate and that it is not contaminated with mercury, dioxin, or PCB.
Fish oil capsules are likely safe for most people; side effects may include belching, bad breath, heartburn, nausea, diarrhea, rash, and nosebleeds. Taking with meals on using a time release capsule can decrease these side effects.
The data seems convincing that Omega-3 fatty acids are important to our health and that many people have a diet deficiency in these essential nutrients. Although dietary sources are preferable, fish oil capsules are a good option for those that don’t eat enough Omega-3 rich foods.

Works Cited

Griffin, Morgan R. “Who Needs Omega-3s?.” WebMD.com. WebMD, 24 Aug. 2008. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. <http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/who-needs-omega-3s?page=4>.

“Obesity and central fat pattern among Greenland Inuit and a general population of Denmark (Inter99): Relationship to metabolic risk factors.” www.nature.com. Nature Publishing Group, 2003. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. .

“Fish Oil.” www.nlm.nih.gov/. Therapeutic Research Faculty, n.d. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. .

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