Fish OilFish oil contains EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). Both are omega-3 oils.
Most fish oil supplements are 18% EPA and 12% DHA,
or a total of 30% omega-3. These special omega-3
oils, unlike other omega-3 oils, keep blood
triglycerides in check (high triglycerides are
linked with heart disease). EPA and DHA also keep
blood from clotting too quickly. They also have
anti-inflammatory activity. DHA is essential for
vision in infants. Fish oil may also help prevent
some types of cancer in animals and humans.
Where is it found? EPA and DHA are found in
mackerel, salmon, herring, sardines, sable fish
(black cod), anchovies, albacore tuna, and wild
game. Cod liver oil contains large amounts of EPA
and DHA. In what conditions might fish oils be
supportive?
- angina
- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Crohn’s disease
- diabetes
- eczema
- high cholesterol
- high blood pressure
- high triglycerides
- lupus
- menstruation, painful (dysmenorrhea)
- migraine
- headaches
- osteoarthritis
- psoriasis
- rheumatoid arthritis
- ulcerative colitis
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