Article summaryThe benefits of fish oil supplementation have been grossly overstated Most of the studies showing fish oil benefits are short-term, lasting less than one year The only fish oil study lasting more than four years showed an increase in heart disease and sudden death Fish oil is highly unstable and vulnerable to oxidative damage There's no evidence that healthy people benefit from fish oil supplementation Taking several grams of fish oil per day may be hazardous to your health A new ...
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Summary Sorry, folks. Another long one. It was unavoidable, though, because I really did want this to be a "definitive guide" that covers all (or at least most) of the relevant issues involved with choosing a fish oil. Here's a summary for the time-challenged: There are seven important factors to consider when choosing a fish oil: purity, freshness, potency, nutrients, bioavailability, sustainability, and cost. Not all fish oils are created equal. It's essential to do your homework ...
So far in this series we've looked at why fish is superior to plant-based sources of omega-3. We've examined the importance of reducing consumption of omega-6 fats. We've considered how much omega-3 is needed to support health and treat disease. And we've revealed that concerns about the safety of fish consumption have been overblown, and that eating fish regularly is not only safe, but incredibly beneficial. In this article we're going to compare fish ...
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