Ballstad Articles and Blogs

COVID-19 has put our immune systems to the test. While it's always been true that proper nutrition, regular exercise, quality sleep, and stress reduction support a strong immune system, these...

Sleep problems have become a modern epidemic. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), insufficient sleep is a growing public health concern. In the U.S. alone, more...

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...

A recent study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition reveals a concerning trend: patients in the early stages of atherosclerosis tend to have low Omega-3 Index levels. The...

The autism and omega 3 fatty acids connection is still being explored, but the MARBLES study adds to growing evidence that these nutrients play a crucial role in early brain...

While this study doesn’t prove omega-3s are a cure for infertility, it adds to the growing body of evidence that these essential fatty acids—particularly EPA and DHA—support not only heart...

Two newly published meta-analyses are deepening our understanding of how omega-3 fatty acids—especially EPA and DHA—may benefit brain function, particularly among aging adults. These reviews add to a growing body...

Dr. William S. Harris of OmegaQuant recently collaborated with a panel of scientists, physicians, nutritionists, and public health experts to conduct two extensive systematic reviews. Their aim was to evaluate...

The AHA Scientific Sessions have reaffirmed what decades of research have hinted at: omega-3 fatty acids play a central role in heart and brain health. Whether you're looking to reduce...

The growing body of evidence suggests that maintaining optimal omega-3 levels may offer a powerful means of supporting both heart and brain health, especially for those already at risk of...

The idea that omega-3s might help with mood disorders gained momentum when researchers noticed lower depression rates in countries with high fish consumption. This led many to believe that omega-3...

Healthy eyes are an easy thing to take for granted—until you encounter a problem. Staying on top of how to best nourish and care for your eyesight is key when...