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“Both eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), the two main forms of omega-3 fatty acids, suppress inflammation, regulate neurogenesis, decrease oxidative stress, and protect the aging brain.”

“The authors also reported a positive association between omega-3 status and age, leanness, and healthy blood lipid levels. This study is cross-sectional in design, meaning that a cause and effect relationship cannot be established.”

“The authors concluded that by reducing inflammation and stress hormone levels, omega-3 supplementation may boost cellular repair and slow aging. This decrease in stress response may also translate to reduced risk of depression, making these findings relevant to mental health as well.”

“The omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) have potent anti-inflammatory effects but aren't yet used to treat PTSD or similar illnesses. One study measuring the effects of a five-gram daily EPA + DHA supplement for six months in women at high risk of breast cancer found that supplementation did not change average genome-wide methylation density.”

“A mother's diet during breastfeeding is crucial to an infant's development and lifelong health. Findings from a new study show that maternal intake of omega-3 fatty acids is associated with larger brain volumes in breastfed or mostly breastfed infants.”

“In one study, four weeks of daily supplementation with four grams of the omega-3's eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) + docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) combined with exercise had a uniquely powerful effect on raising small HDL levels. A growing body of evidence suggests that omega-3 intake during the early stages of Alzheimer's disease may reduce disease severity.”

“Findings of a recent meta-analysis suggests that 3 grams of omega-3 fatty acids daily reduce blood pressure. Observational data suggest that omega-3 fatty acids, especially fish-derived eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), are cardioprotective.”

“Together, they are the primary cause of death worldwide, claiming the lives of nearly 18 million people every year. Findings from a recent meta-analysis suggest that omega-3 fatty acids reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.”

“From the article: > After adjusting for age, obesity, race, previous pregnancy, vitamin D and prenatal and multivitamin use, women taking omega-3 supplements had 1.51 (95% CI 1.12, 2.04) times the probability of conceiving compared to women not taking omega-3s.”

“In some patients these losses persist long after the procedure and are sometimes permanent. Findings from a new study suggest that omega-3 fatty acids ameliorate olfactory losses associated with endoscopic nasal procedures.”