Monthly Archives: September 2009
The Benefits of Taking Fish Oil For Women
Are there benefits of fish oil for women? Maybe you’ve noticed. Women are different than men. They’re smarter than us, stronger than us, endure more than we can and smell better too. But despite all the obvious differences, they still … Continue reading
Schizophrenia naturally
Schizophrenia is a chronic, severe, and disabling brain disease. Approximately one percent of the population develops schizophrenia during their lifetime – more than two million Americans suffer from the illness in any given year. Although schizophrenia affects men and women … Continue reading
Omega 3 Fatty Acids From Pharmaceutical Grade Fish Oil
Fish oil has been proven to be effective in the role of healthy lifestyles. You have probably heard on the news, or read in a magazine about how good fish oil can be for you. But what is it about … Continue reading
Nutrition and Brain Development
Many people don’t understand how important nutrition is to their brain. And, when they don’t get the nutrition their brain needs to think intelligently, it doesn’t help them to understand this simple concept – good nutrition feeds your brain! After … Continue reading
Which is the best vegan DHA supplement?
I already know that the ALA(alpha-linolenic acid ) in flaxseed oil converts into both EPA and DHA in the body, but not in everyone. This conversion(especially ALA to DHA) is often severely limited by other fats we may be eating. … Continue reading
Question about DHA supplement during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
I took DHA supplements thoughout my pregnancy and I am still while I breastfeed. I feel as if it may have had a good impact because my five week old baby is already doing so many things his cousin didnt … Continue reading
Do you know any DHA supplement for kids?
I remember that some fomula contains DHA, but I’ve never seen supplement contains DHA for toddler… Are there any? Breyers yogurt has DHA added to some of it’s varieties. As someone else said, soy milk has it added. Some regular … Continue reading
How do humans consume fish oil? Is it in the same way as animals, in that yellow oval capsule?
I give fish oil to my dogs and used to give them to my bird when he was sick. It’s the yellow capsule type. Can that be consumed by humans too? If so, how? By chewing or by drinking it … Continue reading
What is the scientific validity of fish oil dissolving styrofoam correlates to it in dissolving cholesterol?
Does the fish oil’s ability in dissolving styrofoam cup correlates to its ability in dissolving cholesterol once it gets into your system and its quality? I have seen some fish oil demonstration that dissolves a styrofoam cup and some aren’t. … Continue reading
Fish oil???
I don’t know much about it, but I have been hearing how great it is. Can someone tell me the benefits of taking fish oil? Are some brands better than others? Does it matter if it is generic? Can fish … Continue reading
What is the difference between omega 3 eggs and regular eggs?
Is it just the increase in omega 3 and if so can regular eggs have flaxseed or an omega 3 oil added and give the same benefits? The laying hens get fed Omega3 rich foods,but to get any benefit you … Continue reading
Are Omega 3 supplements recommended the 1st trimester of pregnancy?
I know that pure DHA/EPA supplements are recommended the last 4 months of pregnancy but what about the 1st trimester? I am taking pure Omega 3 supplements (Pregnancy Plus brand) and TTC – Just wondering if I should just wait … Continue reading
Is Omega 3 essential for brain development when pregnant?
I cannot eat seafood. I am allergic to a lot of it but I am pregnant and want to make sure I am getting the nutrients I need for my baby. I have heard Omega 3 helps brain development in … Continue reading
Fish Oil Benefits – Prevent Disease and Increase Overall Health
Here we will look at the benefits of fish oil and the medical studies that show they can prevent disease, help us live longer, keep us younger and increase vitality. A regular daily dose of fish oil gives us massive … Continue reading
The Benefits of Omega 3 Fish Oil For Children
“How soon can I start my kids on omega 3 fish oils?” I’m asked this question all the time. People read about the wonderful benefits for children of the omega 3 fatty acids found in fish oil, but there never … Continue reading
Fish Oil Supplements And Depression
Researchers have known for a long time that the sea holds many great cures and treatments for humans. Some of the compounds made naturally in sea life are not found anywhere on land and have proven to help humans in … Continue reading
The Effects Of Fish Oil On Pregnancy
If you are pregnant, you need to be careful about consuming fish oil and be aware of the facts and effects that fish oil can have on your baby. Don’t put yourself and your baby at risk by remaining ignorant … Continue reading
Fats in your Diet are Essential – But which one’s to Choose?
Have you ever wondered if what you know about omega 3 is accurate? Consider the following paragraphs and compare what you know to the latest info on omega 3. Adding fats to your diet is essential if you want to … Continue reading
Depression: What Do Essential And Metabolic Fatty Acids Have To Do With It?
Depression is more than just “feeling down in the dumps”. It is a mood disorder with such symptoms as fatigue, sleep disturbances, restlessness, loss of energy, hopelessness, feelings of worthlessness, difficulty concentrating, irritation, agitation, inappropriate guilt, withdrawing from activity, and … Continue reading
Benefits Of Fish Oil Supplements – Using Oil In Ester Form
Loaded with omega 3 fatty acids, the benefits of fish oil supplements are numerous. Known for the positive effect it has on heart health, joints and the brain, omega 3 is one of the latest buzzwords in a healthy diet. … Continue reading
Healthy Omega3 Supplements – 9 Types
Omega3 and Omega6 work together in the body, however a balance of 1:1 is required for optimal performance. Our modern diets of processed foods and oils are already so high in Omega6 that some doctors are saying the ratio can … Continue reading
Fight Your Risk Of Heart Disease – Take Your Fish Oil!
It all started in about the late 1970′s, several studies that investigated certain aspects of a population revealed that the Inuit people, a people whose diet consisted largely of fish, had a much lower incidence of heart attack. For reasons … Continue reading
Pharmaceutical Grade Omega 3 Fish Oil In Your Diet
In todays highly refined, white bread, meat and sugar diet, omega-3s have been replaced almost exclusively by omega-6 fats such as corn, safflower and sunflower oils. Although these are good for you as well (and not to be confused with … Continue reading
Fish Oil Supplements And Your Diet
Eating a healthy well balanced diet is so important these days especially for growing children. So many people get caught up in daily life that they find themselves eating fast foods and buying pre-packaged foods that are filled with preservatives … Continue reading
Why Do I Need Omega-3 Fatty Acids?
A very good question, and to answer, you first have to know exactly what Omega 3 is. Omega-3 oils are the lubricating fluids of your joints, the balancing fluids of your heart, skin and pancreas, the force for the battle … Continue reading
Nursing Mothers Need Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Do you know why pregnant and nursing women should supplement their diet with omega 3 fatty acids each day? Well, the omega 3 fatty acids DHA and EPA, which are found only in salmon and other fatty fish, are vital … Continue reading
Omega 3 Fish Oil Benefits The Heart And Much More
Researchers in the early 1980′s noticed cultures that consumed a lot of deep cold water fish had very little occurrence of heart disease despite their high fat diet. After much research it was discovered that fish are rich in omega-3 … Continue reading
Omega-3 Fatty Acids:”The Most Important Dietary Supplement You Can Take”
Those are the words of Leigh Connealy, MD, who I interviewed for my new book, The Natural Fat-Loss Pharmacy: Drug-Free Remedies To Help You Safely Lose Weight, Shed Fat, Firm Up, And Feel Great. Dr. Connealy is the medical director … Continue reading