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Omega-3s may lower lipid levels during pregnancy after miscarriage
Writing in the journalย Frontiers in Nutritionโ, researchers from China assessed the effects of omega-3 supplementation on longitudinal lipid levels during pregnancy in 105 women, compared to a controlย group of 274 participants.ย “[Our study]ย provides new evidence for the use of omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy to prevent hyperlipidemia and extends the population to women with a…
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Is it safe to have omega-3 during pregnancy?
Omega-3 fatty acids are known for their health benefits, but can you have them during pregnancy? Let us tell if it is safe to consume omega-3 during pregnancy. Omega-3 fatty acids are important for our health, but our body cannot produce them naturally. The solution lies in food sources. People mostly have fatty fish or…
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Higher omega-3 status linked to reduced risk of long-term cardiac events
The scientists previously evaluated the effect of six months of omega-3 treatment after a myocardial infarction. This study assesses what happened to participants over a six-year follow-up period. โEven after two years the number of cardiac events was way lower in those who had been treated with omega-3 for just six months. Thatโs a very…
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The evolution of omega-3s: From heart to brain health
Groundbreaking heart health studies in the 20thโ century now serve as a springboard for a myriad of research into other health conditions, including dementia. The question is not whether omega-3s can promote brain health, it is what new studies scientists can create to further substantiate the evidence. As researchers continue the exploration into omega-3s, NutraIngredients-USA…
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11 health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids for your heart, brain and more
Did you know that the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids include promoting eye, brain, and heart health? If not, read on to learn 11 reasons why you should consume these healthy fats. Calcium is crucial for strong bones, protein supports growth and development, and carbohydrates provide energy. In addition to these essential nutrients, omega-3…
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GOED reveals latest science on omegas for immune health
Human studies have found that EPA and DHA may play a protective role in acute lung injury, moderate allergies and allergic diseases, and may enhance immunity during pregnancy and in those with cancer. And animal-based research challenged the notion that fish oil is only immunosuppressive by suggesting immune-enhancing activities. These were keyย findings highlighted from analysis…