Almost every day, scientists discover a new benefit of taking omega-3 fish oil supplements. Ideally, we would all live by the sea and eat fresh mackerel and cod every day. But for most of us, this is not a practical option. So we get our DHA and EPA (both essential fatty acids) by taking one capsule. Thinking of adding a fish oil supplement to your diet for health reasons? Here are some things to consider.
Protect yourself from the anguish of the heart. The American Heart Association says that omega-3 fatty acids improve heart health in several ways. By lowering blood pressure, triglyceride levels, and reducing plaque. This is important to protect yourself from blood clots, heart attacks, and strokes.
Help for your brain. Mom always called salmon “brain food” and she was right. Literally hundreds of studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids can improve mental abilities, memory, concentration, and reasoning. And don’t forget your mood. One of the most common natural supplements that doctors now recommend for depression is fish oil. And it costs much less than prescription antidepressants.
Good for your skin. By assisting in cell repair from the inside, a soft gel or liquid supplement helps the skin from the inside out. After sunscreen, it is your second line of defense.
Cancer prevention. Every day, scientists are learning new ways omega-3 inhibits different types of cancer. To date, there is significant evidence that supplements prevent three of the most common types of cancer: breast, prostate, and colon. More studies are being done for other types of cancer, and the evidence is accumulating every day.
This is not everything. It would be impossible to list all the benefits of omega-3s and fish oil here. We haven’t even talked about inflammation. Not just the swelling of the knees when you wake up in the morning, but the swelling that pervades all parts of your body, whether you feel it or not. Entire schools of medical thinking are now focused on extending our lives by reducing inflammation. For example, some believe that diseases like Alzheimer’s are basically inflammatory conditions.
Live better. Get the fish oil you need today.
