Aliquot #52: Unconventional effects of omega-3s
Aliquot #52: Unconventional effects of omega-3s
The cardioprotective effects of omega-3s are pretty well established. But the research on omega-3s has also revealed that they're involved in nearly every aspect of human health, eliciting some unconventional effects that influence neurocognitive, immunological, and respiratory health, and lots more – throughout the lifespan. In this Aliquot, we share a variety of segments from different interviews covering some of the unconventional effects of omega-3 fatty acids and how to overcome some of the roadblocks to obtaining these effects.
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The cardioprotective effects of omega-3s are pretty well established. But the research on omega-3s has also revealed that they're involved in nearly every aspect of human health, eliciting some unconventional effects that influence neurocognitive, immunological, and respiratory health, and lots more – throughout the lifespan. In this Aliquot, we share a variety of segments from different interviews covering some of the unconventional effects of omega-3 fatty acids and how to overcome some of the roadblocks to obtaining these effects.
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Omega-3s support the brain, the immune system, and healthy aging
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Omega-3's in breastmilk support brain development
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Omega-3s slow epigenetic aging (Dr. Steve Horvath interview segment)
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EPA and DHA resolve inflammation
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Omega-3s in phospholipid form are better absorbed (discussion w/ Kevin Rose)
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Sources of phospholipid-bound omega-3s
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Rhonda's omega-3 intake
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Risks of omega-3 supplementation
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Is vegetarian ALA equivalent to marine EPA and DHA?
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