Saturday, February 28, 2009

An Insight into Omega 3 Oil

By Riftin Clifford

Omega 3 oil is more generally identified as omega-3 fatty acid, and in scientific terminology as n-3 fatty acid. These are the unsaturated fats, which differs from the other oils that are used in our food as they are saturated and is bad for your health. This oil is found in almost all the oily fish like salmon, mackerel, anchovies, and herring, and in some forms of nuts as well, so we can easily take it in our diet. Flax and eggs could also be taken to supplement the body.

There are thus a lot of benefits of eating omega-2 oils. The first advantage is that they help reduce the risk of heart problems. People who have problems with their blood circulation are helped by the fish oil in their diet, as this increases the circulation and breaks down the compounds that cause clots. They also help reduce 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.

The benefits of Omega-3 oils have also been seen in rheumatoid arthritis patients, in addition to those who suffer from cardiac arrhythmias. There is also evidence that shows this oil is useful for patients who are depressed or suffer from anxiety. They also reduce the probability of strokes when taken in quantity recommended; however, large quantities can actually 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 boost the bodys immune system, thus making the body more resistant to catching illnesses. It also helps improve memory, and guards against memory loss.

There are also health risks associated with the use of omega-3 oil. If in excess of three grams per day is taken, it could be a reason for bleeding in people already taking aspirin, and it could be a reason for a stroke if taken in excess quantities. It can also lower blood sugar 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 people; however it is recommended that you talk to your doctor before taking a supplement. - 15255

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