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The Difference Between Omega 3, 6 and 9

Omega fatty acids—specifically omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9—all play important roles in maintaining a healthy body. These fatty acids impact everything from heart health to brain function, and each has unique benefits. While we hear a lot about “healthy fats,” not all fats are created equal, and understanding how these omegas work can make a big […]

Optimizing Your Health: Vitamins You Should Be Taking

If you’re like many Americans, you’re probably aware your diet may not be covering your daily nutrient needs. In the US, roughly 95% get insufficient amounts of vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids from food [1, 2]. And these numbers are just the tip of the iceberg. Vitamin supplementation can help fill those gaps. But […]

Anti-Inflammatory Diet: What To Eat & To Avoid

Inflammation is a double-edged sword. It’s the body’s natural defense system, springing into action to heal injuries and fight infections. But when it goes into overdrive and becomes chronic, it paves the way for serious health issues like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis. The good news? What you eat can help keep inflammation in […]

How to Tell if Your Omega-3 Supplement Is Working

Can Omega-3 Fish Oil Help You Lose Weight?

Over the years, I’ve often heard people say, “I’m not sure about taking a fish oil supplement…won’t omega-3 fatty acids make me fat?” Unfortunately, the notion that all fat is bad persists. But today, it’s been well proven that it’s which types of fat you eat, not all fat in general, that makes the difference. […]

9 Foods That Are Very High in Omega-3s

Are you looking to boost your omega-3 levels? That’s a smart move, considering that a staggering 80% of people fail to get even half the recommended daily intake of these important fatty acids [1]. This widespread deficiency is a problem. Low omega-3 levels are linked to a range of health issues, including heart disease, mood […]

What Is DPA in Fish Oil? What You Should Know

In the omega-3 fatty acid world, there are plenty of types and acronyms that come to the family party.  We’ve got EPA and DHA, the two omegas that usually take center stage in dietary supplements. But there’s also DPA, the often-overlooked sibling in the omega-3 family. Like a team of superheroes, each of these essential […]

7 Signs You Have an Omega-3 Deficiency

Despite living in an age of nutritional abundance, roughly 95% of Americans suffer from a silent epidemic: omega-3 deficiency. This trend has far-reaching implications for public health but remains under the radar for many. In this article, we’ll uncover the widespread deficiency of omega 3 fatty acids in the United States, how to know you […]

How Much Omega 3 Per Day Should I Take?

If you pop a daily fish oil capsule – or drink a teaspoon of cod liver oil most mornings – it can be tempting to think you’re all set in the omega-3 department. But research tells a different story: 4 out of 5 supplement users have low omega-3 levels (1). Consuming enough omega-3s is associated […]

5 Mistakes People Make When Taking Liquid Fish Oil

If you are already taking fish oil as liquid and not as pills, give yourself a big pat on the back! You’ve clearly done your research, and pay attention to the details. You realize that omega-3 and fish oils can be manufactured in many different ways and the potency will vary dramatically from one product […]