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Fish Consumption and Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Do They Lower Cholesterol?

Fish Consumption and Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Do They Lower Cholesterol?

Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats found in fish, phytoplankton, and in the form of supplements. Polyunsaturated fats, especially EPA and DHA, have a reputation for being heart-friendly fats because they do not promote atherosclerosis associated with causing heart disease.… 0 Shares | | Posted in Health, Medicine, News
The Fountain of Youth – DHA

The Fountain of Youth – DHA

A study published in the November edition of Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association suggests that taking docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) may improve memory and learning in older adults with mild cognitive impairments. This is promising news for… 0 Shares | | Posted in Fitness, Health, Medicine
Natural Type II Diabetes Control

Natural Type II Diabetes Control

Most of us take for granted the luxury of thinking about our favorite meal, then going home and making it. For diabetics, that last meal may be the last time you enjoyed your favorite foods, like brownies or a slice… 0 Shares | | Posted in Fitness, Food, Health, Medicine
Essential Fatty Acids – Muscle Fuel!

Essential Fatty Acids – Muscle Fuel!

If you’ve ever swum through supplement research, you’ve surely dipped a toe in the ocean of information surrounding fish oil. This little supplement has made waves, but should you dive headfirst into the fish fry? In a word, yes. In… 0 Shares | | Posted in Fitness, Fitness Nutrition, Health, Strength Training
Lawsuit claims PCBs found in 10 fish oil supplements; product labeling sought

Lawsuit claims PCBs found in 10 fish oil supplements; product labeling sought

SANTA CRUZ – People buying certain fish oil supplements to get the benefit of omega-3 fatty acids are ingesting chemicals banned in 1979, according to environmental advocates who filed a lawsuit Monday aimed at forcing manufacturers to warn consumers. The… 0 Shares | | Posted in Environment, Fitness, Health, News
Astaxanthin Astounding Health Benefits

Astaxanthin Astounding Health Benefits

Astaxanthin health benefits include an ability to fight inflammation, boost the immune system, and possibly fight cancer. This naturally occurring pigment is in a class of phytonutrients called carotenoids. Beta-carotene, lycopene, and lutein are also carotenoids. The most common sources… 0 Shares | | Posted in Fitness, Food, Health
Astaxanthin Impresses Again and Again

Astaxanthin Impresses Again and Again

Preliminary research conclusions suggest astaxanthin, a carotenoid formed in algae, has strong antioxidant properties to help protect against excessive oxidative damage (too much oxidation from excess free radicals). Oxidation is caused by normal biological processes. In other words it’s a… 0 Shares | | Posted in Fitness, Food, Health, Medicine
Marine Phytoplankton – A Complete Super Food!

Marine Phytoplankton – A Complete Super Food!

What is it? Found in the upper and surface waters of oceans and bodies of fresh water, marine phytoplankton are single-celled organisms, a.k.a. “micro-algae,” at the very bottom of the food chain. They feed on nearly all ocean life and,… 0 Shares | | Posted in Fitness, Food, Health, Medicine
Is Your Fish Oil Made in China?

Is Your Fish Oil Made in China?

So what’s in your fish oil? Is it made with Chinese fish oil? And why does the bottle not say ‘Made in China’ if the fish oil pills were made in China? It’s easy for supplement companies to find loopholes… 0 Shares | | Posted in Environment, Food, Health, Medicine
Do you know what’s in your fish oil supplement?

Do you know what’s in your fish oil supplement?

Millions of Americans and Canadians take fish oil supplements on a daily basis, in hopes of maintaining good cardiovascular health. In 2013 these supplements generated $1.2 billion in sales in the U.S., which goes to show that it’s in high… 0 Shares | | Posted in Environment, Fitness, Food, Health, Health, Medicine