Question 1

are omega-3 fatty acids good for me?

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See details: A very good question and one that is not easily answered. The one major point is that supplemental omega 3s have no significant value in reducing risk of heart disease or cancers and may increase the risk of prostate cancer.

Question 2

what is the function of omega-3 fatty acids?

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Many: Omega 3 fatty acids are also referred to as fish oil though not all are from fish and as essential fatty acids. The term essential means the body needs it but it must be obtained fro the diet. Omega 3's can help the body stabilize cholesterol and triglycerides and helps the nervous system work properly.

Question 3

how are omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids different?

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Omega 3 vs Omega6: Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are essential to the body to maintain certain functions and to aid in keeping you healthy. Most sources of omega-6 fatty acids can be found in the food you eat in your daily diets, while omega-3 fatty acids may be taken as a supplement.

Question 4

which is the optimum source of omega 3 fatty acids?

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Oily fish: Oily fish, salmon for instance.

Question 5

how effective is calamarine as an omega-3 fatty acids suplement?

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Calamarine: I am unable to find any scientic evidence demonstrating the effects of this product.

Question 6

what exactly is the leafy green that is high in omega 3 fatty acids?

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Omega 3 fats: The most common sources of omega 3 fats aren't greens, but are fish oils.  However, you might be thinking of purslane, a salad green which has 400mg of omega-3's in each serving along with vit a, calcium, potassium, & iron.  Kale is a good source too.  Brussels sprouts are also high in ala -- which can be converted into epa and dha if your metabolic systems are working well.

Question 7

what is the difference between omega 3 fatty acids and coq10?

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Omega 3: Coq10 or ubiquinol is similar to a vitamin and omega 3s are fatty acids.

Question 8

how long does it take for omega 3 fatty acids to improve mental function?

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Deficiency: It depends on the severity of any deficiency one has before taking the suppliment.  Usually it will start helping almost immediately.

Question 9

are traderjoes omega-3 fatty acids delivering the stated epa400mg/dha200mg per softgel?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Because fda does not regulate/monitor nutritional supplements, it is up to the manufacturer to provide in-house testing and quality control. This is a reason for Lovaza (prescription omega-3 fatty acids) to exist; as a prescription medication, it is much more likely to contain what it claims. I am unaware of which company makes trader joe's supplement.This is the long way of saying "i don't know.".

Question 10

hi docs, would taking omega 3 fatty acids compensate for eating too much saturated fats?

Accepted Answer

No: The omega 3s will actually further raise your cholesterol level.

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