A recent study found daily supplementation with Omega 3 may aid in easing the pain associated with Osteoarthritis in overweight and obese older adults. Over 150 sedentary adults between the ages of 50 and 80 participated in this randomized, double-blind, 2×2 factorial, placebo-controlled intervention. Participants were randomly assigned to be in one of following four…
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…
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…
Researchers have found that taking Fish Oil supplements, Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids, on a continuous basis may lower risks of Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) and all-cause related deaths. Additionally they say study results show a lower risk of CVD incidences with daily Fish Oil supplementation. Over 420,000 men and women ranging in age from 40 and…