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Omega 3 with fish oil
The Omega-3/Heart Connection
It was almost half a century ago in Greenland when a few curious scientists wondered why Eskimos weren't dying of heart attacks after ingesting a diet of mostly fatty fish and seal blubber.
"Despite their huge fat intake, the Eskimos' blood was usually neither sticky nor thick, and cholesteol and
fat levels in the blood were normal."(2) It was discovered that their diet of fish and sea mammals "is full of long-chain Omega-3 EPA and DHA."(2)
What is Omega 3?
Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid. The term "essential fatty acid" refers to the body's dependence on outside sources because it cannot produce Omega-3 on its own. More specifically, Omega-3 is a fatty acid group composed of alpha-linolenic acid, DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid).
How can Omega-3 lower cholesterol?
EPA and DHA are highly unsaturated and posess a strong tendency/urge to disperse. "So strong is their tendency to move apart form other EPA and DHA molecules that they help prevent aggregation of saturated fatty acids that like to stick together. EPA and DHA thus help keep saturated fatty aids and cholesterol dispersed."(3)
How does Omega-3 lower your blood pressure?
"Your liver breaks down dietary fat into its individual fatty acids. These fatty acids are then converted into hormonelike substances called eicosanoids. Oils high in omega-6 fatty acids are converted into a type of eicosanoid called thromboxane A2, which is a potent constirictor of your arteries. Constricted arteries force your heart to work harder to circulate blood throughout your body, contributing to 'high blood pressure'. Oils high in omega-3 fatty acids, on the other hand, are converted into a closely related eicosanoid called thromboxane A3, which has a fraction of the potential to constrict your arteries.
"In addition, new studies show that omega-3 fatty acids can increase production of an imprtant chemical called 'nitric oxide' that relaxes your arteries. In a recent study, men who were given fish oil supplements had a 43 percent increase in nitric oxide production."(1)
Recommended Dosage: Adults, take 2 softgels daily as a dietary supplement, preferable with a meal.
References
1.Simopoulos AP, Robinson J. The Omega Plan. New York: Harper Collins, 1998.
2.Rudin, DO, Felix, Clara. Omega 3 Oils. New York: Avery Publishing Group, 1996.
3.Erasumus, Udo. Fats that Heal, Fats that Kill. British Columbia, CA: Alive Books, 1993.
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that may benefit tissue building and repair,
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