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

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.

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...

The American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions were held June 12-16, 2020. During this virtual event, Deepak Bhatt, MD, MPH, the lead investigator of the nearly five-year long REDUCE-IT study, presented...

A new, first-of-its-kind systematic review of fish oil supplement research in athletes has demonstrated broadly positive effects in the areas of cognition, heart health, muscle recovery and immunity.

New research published the journal Food & Function showed that children with higher levels of omega-3s EPA and DHA in their blood had less DNA damage than those who had...

Pregnant women have questions. How much weight should I expect to gain during pregnancy? What can I eat? Or more important, what can’t I eat? What pregnancy supplements should I...

COVID-19 is wreaking havoc on our immune systems. A healthy immune system is supported by a diet that provides the necessary nutrition and limits what is detrimental. Exercise, good sleep...