Fish Oil Drug Advertised on TV
An FDA panel endorsed a fish-oil-derived drug that contains the omega-3 fatty acid EPA. TV commercials tout this new drug as reducing cardiovascular risk by 25%. Yet there are advantages to fish oil providing EPA and DHA.
What are EPA and DHA?, DHA’s Unique Health Benefits, Brain Health, EPA and DHA: A Vital Combination, Cardiovascular Disease, Fighting Cancer, Supporting Eye Health, Summary, References.
Dangers of an Omega-6 to Omega-3 Imbalance
Modern diets are loaded with omega-6 fatty acids that play a major role in age-related disorders. Reduction of omega-6 fat intake lowers chronic-disease risk.
Behind the Imbalance, High Omega-6 and Low Omega-3 Intake, Omega-3s and the Brain, Fighting Depression, Helping the Heart, Metabolic Syndrome, How to Know Your Omega-3 Score, Summary, References.
Beyond Heart Health: More Reasons To Take Fish Oil
Fish oil is associated with 14% reduced human mortality along with protection against neurodegeneration, metabolic disorders, and persistent inflammation.
Fish Oil Reduces Death Rates, Anti-Inflammatory Fats, Metabolic Disorders, Fatty Liver Disease, A High-Quality Fish Oil, Powerful Brain Protection, Combat Cognitive Impairment, Defeat Depression, Additional Omega-3 Benefits, Summary, References.