Wednesday, February 25, 2009

What Is Omega 3 Oil?

By Riftin Clifford

Omega 3 oil is more commonly known as omega-3 fatty acid, and scientifically as n-3 fatty acid. These are fats that are unsaturated, which differentiates them from other oils that we eat that are saturated, and thus unhealthy. This oil is found in all oily fish like salmon, mackerel, anchovies, and herring, and in some kinds of nuts as well, so we can easily include it in our diet. We can also eat flax and eggs to supplement our body.

There are thus a number of advantages of eating omega-2 oils. The first benefit is that they reduce the risk of heart troubles. People having problems with their blood circulation are helped by the fish oil in their diet, as this would increase the blood circulation and breaks down the compounds that are the cause of clots. They are also helpful in reducing the blood pressure.

Only 1 gram of omega 3 oil in the daily diet for three months on trial basis, has proved to reduce the death rate in Heart patients. There have also been clinical experiments that proved that giving this oil to patients resulted in a reduction in the thickness of the arteries, an improvement in blood circulation and a reduction in blood sugar levels. In addition to this the treatment with this oil has reduced cholesterol levels.

Other advantages of Omega-3 oils have also been reported in rheumatoid arthritis patients, in addition to those with cardiac arrhythmias. There is also an indication that shows these oils are helpful for patients who are depressed or undergo anxiety. They are also helpful in reducing the possibility of strokes when taken in moderation; but, excess usage can in reality cause a stroke.

Studies have also shown that these oils have the potential to prevent cancer. They reduce tumour growth and in fact slow it down, thereby helping increase the survival rate of the patient. Regular intake of this oil through either supplements or including fish in the diet is also known to decrease aggression and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Fish oil is also known to help the bodys immune system get stronger, therefore making the body more resistant to catching sickness. It is also helpful in improving the memory, and protects the loss of memory.

There are health risks associated with taking omega-3 oil. If more than three grams per day is taken, it can cause bleeding in people already taking aspirin, and it can cause a stroke if taken in very large amounts. It can also reduce blood sugar control in diabetic patients, and by suppressing immune responses it can decrease the bodys resistance to bacteria.

If you suffer from congestive heart failure or angina, then you should ask for your doctors advice before taking an omega-3 supplement as it can, in large amounts, reduce the hearts beating rate, and if the heat is weak already it can result in the heart not being able to pump adequate blood all through the body, which may be a cause of death.

Omega-3 oil is essentially good for most of the people; however it is advised that you talk to your doctor before taking a supplement. - 16083

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