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Could the Omega-3 Index Be More Important than Cholesterol?

Last year, Bo and I attended the ISSFAL Conference, a biannual event that gathers omega-3 researchers from all over the world to join scientists from American universities like Harvard, Stanford, and Texas A&M. It was a time to share the findings from the latest omega-3 studies and collaborate with leading researchers in the field. In […]

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Does CBD Oil Need Omega-3 to Work?

Every day, there seems to be a new article about the growing popularity of CBD oil. Some articles speculate on the enormous economic growth that is expected from CBD products over the next few years, while others focus on CBD’s potential for reducing chronic pain and alleviating anxiety. The third type of article comes from […]

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Omega-3s for Anxiety: Unpacking the Benefits

Whether it’s work deadlines or perfect parenting expectations, managing anxiety in today’s society can be overwhelming. In fact, nearly 20% of Americans suffer from an anxiety disorder. Recent studies, however, have determined that natural supplements for anxiety – like omega-3 fish oil – may help manage symptoms, depending on the dose and quality. What Are […]

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Is Fish Oil Beneficial or Not? 9 Questions You Need to Ask

Omega-3 supplements have taken a publicity hit recently. In March, a much-cited JAMA meta-analysis found that omega-3 supplements provided no significant protection against “major vascular events.” And more recently, a study from the National Institute for Health (NIH) found that omega-3 supplements had no significant benefits for dry eyes compared to an olive oil placebo. […]

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Want to Improve Sperm Health? Let’s Talk About Diet

The sperm count in Western men has dropped by 50% since the 1970s, according to a recent report. This is a scary statistic, especially if you are in my boat and hoping to have grandchildren someday. What exactly is driving this decline in fertility is a hotly debated topic, and likely a number of milieu […]

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Living a Healthier Life with Breast Cancer: Karen’s Story

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It’s a time to reflect on these statistics, provided by the American Cancer Society: – Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women. – More than 250,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in 2017. – Over 40,000 women will die […]

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What Is Omega-3 & Why Do You Need It in Your Diet?

When I started giving lectures about omega-3s for physicians, few health care providers had heard about these molecules. Some doctors thought I was preaching voodoo medicine, while others politely thanked me for sharing the information. Fifteen years later, most Americans have heard about omega-3 and know that it is supposed to be good for your […]

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Brain Injury Recovery with Omega 3 Fish Oil

One year ago, our family was in an uproar. A close family member needed brain surgery, which was scary enough. Then, a week after this major procedure, he contracted a life threatening form of bacterial meningitis. I visited him many times as he fought for his life in the hospital. He was so out of […]

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Full-Spectrum Fish Oil: Why It Matters to Omega-3 Consumers

When we first started producing Omega Cure® liquid fish oil in 2006, few people recognized the term “full-spectrum.” What was the ‘spectrum,’ they would ask. What was our Omega Cure ‘full’ of, compared to other omega-3 oils? Weren’t all fish oils essentially alike? Up until that point, few people — including omega-3 insiders and nutrition […]

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Pharmacy Aisle Confusion: Three Misleading Claims on Fish Oil Labels

Choosing a fish oil supplement can be daunting. The shelves in the supplement aisle are lined with a plethora of brands, all claiming to be the best. How can you tell a quality fish oil from a less effective omega-3? Here are three common label claims to be aware of: Omega-3, 6 and 9 Omega-3 […]

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