Omega-3s and Heart Health

Through epidemiological and clinical studies, it has been shown that consumption of fish or fish oil reduce multiple risk factors for heart disease.

The benefits of fish oil for heart health include lowering triglyceride levels, lowering blood pressure, slow down the rate of plaque builds up in arteries, reduce risk of developing an arhythmia and reducing inflammation.

Since a diet low in seafood omega-3 fatty acids is reported as a contributor to ischemic heart disease disability-adjusted life-years and is considered a dietary risk factor, international and national authorities recommend intake of EPA plus DHA for hearth and overall health.

Fish and especially fatty fish are the major sources of EPA and DHA. For individuals who do not eat fatty fish often, fish oil supplementation should be considered.

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Recommended Daily Intake

250 mg a day of Omega-3 EPA and DHA contributes to the normal function of the heart. 2g a day of Omega-3 EPA and DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood triglycerides and 3g a day of Omega-3 EPA and DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure.