Recent research has uncovered significant insights into the intersection of physical and mental health, particularly focusing on the relationship between ulcerative colitis (UC) and depression. This study has delved into how two omega-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), can alleviate depressive-like behavior in mice induced by UC. Through meticulous experimentation, it …
The imbalance between omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in the modern Western diet may be fueling a host of chronic inflammatory conditions. Key Facts: The ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids has increased from 4:1 to as high as 20:1 over the past century. High omega-6 intake and low omega-3 promotes inflammation, while omega-3s …
Fish oil is among the most popular dietary supplements in the world. Everyone making an attempt to optimize their physical health and brain performance has at least considered supplementing omega-3 fatty acids. The most common way to supplement the omega-3s is by taking fish oil. The fact that fish oil supplements are able to lower …
There is considerable evidence supporting the usage of fish oil for depression. The omega-3 fatty acids within fish oil are capable of increasing activity in the prefrontal cortex, enhancing neurotransmission, and reducing inflammation. Although they can be effective as a standalone treatment for mood disorders (e.g. depression), they are also commonly used with success as …
In recent years there has been much hoopla surrounding krill oil supplementation, and many proponents suggest that it is superior to supplementation of fish oil. There is a lot to like about krill oil including: it is less susceptible to oxidation and contamination, it contains omega-3 fatty acids (in phospholipid form), and it also contains a super-antioxidant …
Krill oil is a supplement that is extracted from various species of antarctic krill (Euphausia superba), which are tiny shrimp-like creatures living within cold ocean waters. In many ways, krill oil is similar to fish oil in that it contains omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA. It also contains a flashy antioxidant known as “astaxanthin” …
Chances are good you’ve heard or read about the way fish oil benefits the brain as well as general physical health. The most beneficial aspect of the fish oil is the omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) that it contains. There are two primary types of omega-3 fatty acids that are delivered from eating oily fish …