Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids: Understanding the Health Impacts of Their Balance

Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids: Understanding the Health Impacts of Their Balance

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
Research reveals that a higher omega-6 to omega-3 ratio in the blood is linked with increased risks of death from all causes, including cancer and cardiovascular disease. Discover the benefits of managing omega-3 intake for better health.
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Omega 3 Fatty Acids and the Blood Brain Barrier

Omega 3 Fatty Acids and the Blood Brain Barrier

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
Recent research reveals that omega-3 fatty acids may be crucial for maintaining a sharper, more resilient brain as we age. Discover the power of omega-3s!
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Surprising benefits from omega 3 fatty acids

Surprising benefits from omega 3 fatty acids

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
This study compared the risk of contracting 3 coronavirus infections in participants with different levels of the omega 3 fatty acid DHA (Harris WS, et.,al.,2023). The DHA levels (% of total fatty acids) were measured by nuclear magnetic resonance. The results were interesting.   This is what the researchers concluded....
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Can omega 3 fatty acids help your memory?

Can omega 3 fatty acids help your memory?

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
  In the following study the researchers reviewed observational and randomized controlled trials looking for an association between cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease and omega 3 fatty acids.  They found evidence from 33 studies suggesting that dietary and supplemental omega 3 fatty acids have a protective effect against cognitive impairment (Wood...
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