Omega 3 Oil

By Indy M

Omega 3 oil (Wiki) is an essential unsaturated fatty acid which is vital for the maintenance of the body's metabolism that cannot be synthesized by the human body. Even in the past, omega 3 oil has been recognized in the role it plays to allow for healthy growth of the body.

As such, due to the latest technological breakthroughs, improved versions of this oil such as E-EPA have been produced. The significant benefits derived from consumption of this oil were discovered in a study of a community that included large amounts of seafood fats in their daily diet but showed almost completely no sign of cardiovascular disorders.

In 2004, the F.D.A of the United States stated that findings of studies have supported the conclusion that consumption of these oils may reduce the risk of contracting cardiovascular diseases (Wiki). Also, studies have found that supplements containing the oil may induce improved blood circulation as well as a decrease in blood pressure by stimulating the increase in the breakdown of a clotting agent, fibrin.

There have also been studies where omega 3 oil has been found to possibly be able to slow the histopathological growth of cancer. Another study has also indicated that consumption of this oil at a young age helps with advanced development of the immune system. Multiple studies have also shown how this oil is able to aid with numerous cardiovascular diseases such as a reduce in myocardial infarction fatality rates.

Another study shows that people with unhealthy blood sugar levels subjected to an increased intake of the oil in contrast to those who were not showed a significant decrease in the thickness of the carotid artery. Research has also shown that subjected patients with an excessive amount of triglycerides and declining coronary artery health show a significant decline in the amount of triglicerides and very low density lipoproteins (VLDL) in their body after being subjected consuming to several grams of omega 3 oil along with some monounsaturated fatty acids daily.

However, there are also some undesirable side effects from it especially if you consistently consume more than daily recommended dosages. These side effects include, higher than usual levels of LDL cholesterol and hemorrhagic stroke. On the flipside, not consuming enough can present some particular risks.

It was found that pregnant women that consumed fish (Great source of omega 3) at least once per week had a much lower change of giving birth to an underweight baby. So what are some of the natural sources of Omega 3? While it is most commonly associated with fish and seafood, there are actually quite a few sources available.

Fish is the most popular source. Sardines have the highest amounts of omega 3 content of any fish followed by mackerel and Salmon. Other seafood sources include mussels, krill (not really on the menu) and rock oysters. The largest source for omega 3 comes from plant oils. Perilla mint herb contains the highest concentrations followed by chia seeds and flaxseed oil (Linseed oil). Among these oils, flaxseed oil is by far the most popular for the consumption of omega 3 oil.

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