Greetings Friends,
As an Integrative Physician with a passion for natural measures, I am excited to share with you the second in a series of articles we call “Power Supplements”. The goal is to educate and inspire you towards optimal health, always with an emphasis on natural, inexpensive, and practical ideas.
So what’s next? Fish Oil (aka Omega-3 fatty acids)
The story of omega-3 fatty acids dates back to at least the 1950s, when cod liver oil was found to be effective in treating ailments like eczema and arthritis. (Turns out Grandma was right when she tried to bribe you to swallow cod liver oil… Respect!)
In the 1980s, scientists reported that Eskimos eating a fish-rich diet enjoyed better cardiac health than counterparts consuming mainland foods.
Fish oil is rich in two essential fatty acids that have profound health-promoting effects: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). They are present in the cell membranes of all cells, but especially concentrated in the brain, heart, and testes.
Reasons we love fish oil:
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