Everything About Fish Oil and Omega-3
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Everything you need to know about Fish Oil supplements
Seth J. Baum, MD, FACC, FAHA, FACPM, FNLAPreventive Cardiologist and Cholesterol Expert
Omega-3’s EPA and DHAare essential vital fats a�ecting...
HeartEyes Joints Brain Skin
HeartLowers blood pressure
* Reduces triglycerides* Slows development of plaque in arteries* Reduces chance of abnormal heart rhythm* Helps prevent heart disease
JointsReduces in�ammation
* Reduces joint pain* Increaces joint mobility* Relieves symptoms of arthritis
BrainImproves memory
Relieves DepressionBrain tissue is rich in omega-3 DHA, which has a direct e�ect on mood
studies show that regular intake of omega-3 can boost working memory up to 23 percent!
EyesS
HARPER
VISION
Keeps vision sharp
Studies show that omega-3 fatty acids protect eyes from macular degeneration and dry eye syndrome, improving vision.
SkinImproves skin and hair health
Omega-3 fatty acids nourish hair follicles and provide stronger and shinier hair. They also reduce in�ammation which can clear up acne and skin blemishes.
What else?Omega-3’s are one of the most studied and best-selling supplements on the market. New bene�ts are still being discovered, and some studies suggest they may have a role in managing:
Obesity Immunity
Seizures ADHD
Is all �sh oil
created equal?
NO
Is all �sh oil
created equal? So what’s the catch?
When choosing a �sh oil you want to consider
PurityPotencyEnteric Coating
How a �sh oil is puri�ed and concentrated will determine how clean it is. Fish may be
contaminated with toxic compounds such as...
Hg200.59
80
Pb207.2
82
As74.922
33
mercury lead arsenic
(Cl)n (Cl)nPBCs furan dioxin
Purity
Get your �sh oil from a trusted and tested source
A good �sh oil is tested for impurities and approved by a
third party tester such as
Utilizing supercritical �uid technology for extraction and puri�cation of omega-3 oils reduces oxidation and improves the
purity of your supplements.
https://www.consumerlab.comconsumerlab.com
Make sure your supplements pass the exam!
Potency
Don’t be fooled by labels that claim “1000 mg Fish Oils” but often contain only 30% of the healthful omega-3’s, DHA and EPA. The remaining 70% is unnecessary fat. Read the Supplement Facts. How much DHA + EPA is
in one serving? What is the serving size? You might be surprised to learn you must take 2, 3, or 4 soft gels to get a full 1000 mg of DHA + EPA
Product labels are often misleading some products have contents such as
while the rest is unneccesary fat
1,000mgof �sh oil
30%omega-3
Click this VIDEO for more info!
the recommended daily omega-3 intake is
1000 milligramswith an ideal ratio of
3:1 DHA to EPA
DHA DHA DHA EPA
(This is the ratio typically found in healthful �sh)
Regarding your omega-3 intake
Test your Omega-3 index levels
with a simple blood sample.This analysis will come with a
personalized and detailed report with speci�c recommendations
regarding you omega-3 intake.
CLICK HERE FOR THE TEST
Fish Type
herring
sardine anchovy
mackerel
The highest concentration of DHA and EPA is found in cold water oily �sh
such as:
Enteric CoatingHigh grade enteric coating eliminates �shy burps, improves tolerability, and
enhances absorption.
The Green Factor While some other species of cold water �sh such as salmon or tuna o�er bene�cial levels of DHA and EPA, they are over�shed and at risk of becoming endangered or extinct.
The best source of quality �sh oil is small cold water �sh that are abundant and easily renewable.
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