by zaadmin | Jan 20, 2012 | Nutrition
Are there any side effects? The greatest risk of fish oil omega-3 supplementation is heavy metal poisoning by the body’s accumulation of traces of heavy metals which may be found especially in less refined fish oil supplements. There is also a potential risk is the...
by zaadmin | Dec 15, 2011 | Nutrition
There are two essential fatty acids that contribute to a healthier heart and they are part of the so-called “omega” grouping. Linoleic acid is one of the omega-6 fat family, and alpha-linolenic acid is a member of the omega-3 fat family. Both of these fats are PUFAs,...
by zaadmin | Dec 15, 2011 | Nutrition
Take a tour of any supermarket today, and you will be struck by the number of margarine tubs, cooking oils and even yogurts and eggs that have “Omega 3 or 6” either in their brand name or added in big letters to the packaging. What is the sudden big deal with Omegas?...