Why buy Omega 3 ?
- EPA and DHA may help prevent heart disease and atherosclerosis by lowering triglyceride levels, raising HDL ("good") cholesterol and, possibly "thinning" the blood.
- They may also reduce the risk of one type of stroke and cardiac arrythmias.
- High Strength, each Reflex Omega 3 capsule contains 1000mg of pure, concentrated, contaminant free fish oil that provides 45% Omega 3 fatty acids
- Fish oils may also be useful in treating a host of conditions including bipolar (manic-depressive) disorder, Raynaud's phenomenon (abnormal sensitivity of hands and feet to cold), lupus, IgA nephropathy, kidney stones, chronic fatigue syndrome, and cystic fibrosis.
- DHA may be helpful in the treatment of disorders such as attention deficit disorders, dyslexia, and cognitive impairment and dementia.
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are the two principal fatty acids found in fish and are known as omega-3 fatty acids. EPA and DHA are polyunsaturated fats ("good" fats, as opposed to saturated fats which increase the risk of heart disease.)
What It Does
Omega-3 fatty acids have been most widely studied regarding their effects on cardiovascular health. It's been discovered that EPA and DHA may help prevent heart disease and atherosclerosis by lowering triglyceride levels, raising HDL ("good") cholesterol and, possibly "thinning" the blood. They may also reduce the risk of one type of stroke and cardiac arrythmias.
By decreasing inflammation, EPA and DHA can also reduce the pain of rheumatoid arthritis, although it appears to be most useful in the early stages of the disease and it is not clear if it affects the progression of the disease itself. Omega-3's may also reduce the pain associated with menstrual cramps.
Although once considered potential therapy for ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, more recent research has shown a lack of benefits. Omega-3's may also reduce the risk of premature delivery in pregnant women and prostate cancer in men. EPA specifically may be helpful for schizophrenia, while DHA may be more helpful in reducing high blood pressure. DHA is also important for normal development and functioning of the brain and retina in the fetus and in infants. This may explain the observation that the infants of women who consume fish during pregnancy and while nursing tend to have better vision. Consequently, DHA is often added to formula for premature infants and is also added to some regular infant formulas and foods. DHA may be helpful in the treatment of disorders such as attention deficit disorders, dyslexia, and cognitive impairment and dementia.
Important Note:
Because omega-3 fatty acids are obtained from natural sources, levels in supplements can vary, depending on the source and method of processing. Contamination is a major issue; fish can accumulate toxins such as mercury, dioxins, and PCBs that are harmful to your health. Importantly Reflex Nutrition have procedures in place to guarantee that every single batch of Reflex Omega 3 fatty acids are screened for all contaminants, giving you essential peace of mind and satisfaction.
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