Ballstad Articles and Blogs

From reducing dandruff and dryness to promoting hair growth and strength, omega 3 and hair health go hand in hand.

When it comes to achieving radiant, healthy skin, most people turn to creams, serums, and external treatments. But true skin health starts from within, and one of the most powerful...

Inflammation helps protect the body, but when it lasts too long, it can cause problems. Omega-3s help the body manage and heal inflammation from within.

Adding a good fish oil supplement to your daily routine can protect your bones and joints. This is especially helpful for people with arthritis, osteoporosis, or joint pain.

Discover the importance of Omega-3 fatty acids and how the TOTOX value helps ensure the freshness and quality of your supplements. Learn how oxidation affects oil stability and why monitoring...

This is the first of a three-part series on the past, present and future of the Omega-3 Index

A new paper published in August in the American Journal of Epidemiology sheds some light on whether omega-3s can play a role in protecting the lungs, which is particularly important...

As far back as two million years ago, a now extinct species of humans was breastfeeding. Fast forward to more modern times and we find approximately 80% of American babies...

Mental illness is highly prevalent in the US. In fact, millions of people are affected each year by some form of mental illness, with 1 in every 5 adults developing...

In recent weeks, there have been several studies pointing to the benefits of omega-3s in sports performance and exercise recovery.

When your mom told you to eat your fish because it would make you smarter, she wasn’t just sharing an old wives’ tale. It turns out that today’s science continues...

Let’s go back to the very beginning and explain in some detail the infamous Eskimo studies, which laid the foundation for interest in omega-3 fatty acids and heart health.