Ballstad Articles and Blogs

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.

If the Omega-3 Index is not just a biomarker, but also an important risk factor, then what are the things that influence its levels?

Headlines continue to swing back and forth on the value of fish oil supplements for heart health. But we at OmegaQuant firmly believe in their ability to deliver health protective...

In previous blogs we have talked about the many ways you can increase your Omega-3 Index, including eating more fatty fish like salmon or taking an omega-3 supplement that delivers...

Some people might be surprised to hear that omega-6 fatty acids are not necessarily the villains they’ve often been made out to be. This article may sound scientific, but it...

In order to give baby the best start, expectant mothers must ensure they are getting enough DHA (short for “docosahexaenoic acid”) in their diets.

The omega-3 story has a new chapter, with recently published research showing you likely need to do a lot more than you think to get enough omega-3s to protect the...

Pursuing the fountain of youth becomes all the more relevant as you age. But the key to aging these days is not just extending life, but continuing to remain healthy...

In honor of National Seafood Month, it’s a good time to talk about where omega-3s come from and why you should care.

The omega-3s EPA and DHA are incredibly important to your child’s health and development from the time they are in the womb, through their teens, and well into adulthood —...

Why do I need to use the Omega-3 Supplement Calculator? Many people may think they are getting enough omega-3s because they eat fish occasionally and take something that looks like a...