Omega-3 and Muscle Strength

Increased Omega-3 Intake Associated with Better Muscle Strength in Less Healthy Population

A new study found increasing intakes of Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids was associated with better hand grip strength (HGS). Over 18,200 people participated in this cross sectional study.  Data was obtained from the Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey during the time period 2016 – 2019.  Information was obtained by interviews, nutritional assessments and…

Omega 3 and Cholesterol

Low Dose Omega-3’s and Sterols Are Effective for Triglyceride and Cholesterol Reductions

A new study found a combination of a low dose Omega-3 plus Plant Sterols were effective in reducing triglyceride levels and cholesterol level in people with high cholesterol.  This study also allayed fears that Omega-3 could negate the beneficial effects of Plant Sterols. Over 300 women and men who had high cholesterol were randomly assigned…

Omega-3 and Migraines

Diets Higher in Omega-3 Fatty Acids Reduce Headache Severity and Frequency in People With Frequent Migraines

According to a new study published in the British Medical Journal, people with frequent migraine headaches who had a higher intake of Omega-3 Fatty acids, experienced a reduction in both the severity and frequency of Migraines.  The types of Fatty Acids individuals get from food seem to play a role in either preventing or promoting…

B Vitamins-Omega-3 and Cognitive Impairment

Cognition and Ageing: B Vitamins, Omega-3 Intake Reduces Decline in East Asian Elderly

A new meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials (RCT’s) found supplementing with Omega-3, EPA and DHA, could reduce Cognitive Decline in the elderly even more so for individuals already suffering from mild Cognitive Impairment. The meta-analysis included 18 RCT’s.  5 types of intervention were assessed: Micronutrient Supplementation Essential Fatty Acids Supplementation Chicken Essence Supplementation Nutraceuticals Nutritional…

Omega 3 and Lung Inflammation

Higher Omega-3 DHA Levels Linked to Less Lung Inflammation, Lower ILD Risk

According to a new population based cohort study, increased levels of DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid), one of the essential fatty acids found in Omega-3, are associated with a reduced risk of hospitalizations due to ILD (interstitial lung disease). Data from over 10,000 people who participated in the MESA (Multi Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis), FHS (Framingham Heart…

Vitamins and COVID-19

Dietary Supplements May Be an Important Weapon for Fighting off Respiratory Conditions including COVID-19

According to a researcher from Oregon State University, supplements that contain Vitamin D and Vitamin C in addition to other micronutrients, sometimes in dosages exceeding the Recommended Daily Allowances, are an effective, low cost and safe way of aiding the body’s Immune System in fighting off acute respiratory tract diseases and even COVID-19.  The findings…

Omega 3's may help prevent lupus

Omega 3 Oil May Stop the Onset of Lupus

A new mouse study has found consuming Omega-3 Fatty Acids may stop a lupus episode and possibly the trigger of other autoimmune conditions.  The research specifically looked at lung and kidney lesions caused by lupus, an autoimmune condition.  96% of these lung lesions were halted with supplementation of DHA. Female mice who were already genetically…

Omega 3

Hello Omegas Goodbye Dry Eyes

Omega 3’s are in the news once again, this time these essential fatty acids have been shown to help support eyes. According to new research, supplementing with Omega 3 essential fatty acids may wipe out dry eye syndrome improving symptoms of this condition by as much as 105%.  Dry eye syndrome affects up to a…