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For many people, especially parents and kids, this is a high-anxiety time of year. Between fall sports, starting school, work and social commitments, everyone seems to feel like there just...

From brain development in the womb to mood stability during teenage years, the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA play a crucial role throughout every stage of a child’s life....

Pregnancy brings joy, excitement, and anticipation — but it can also come with a range of concerns. Among the most serious is the risk of preterm birth, a condition that...

A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine made headlines suggesting that omega-3 supplements are ineffective in reducing cardiovascular events in people with diabetes. But a deeper dive...

Both vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients that contribute to a wide array of health benefits. Thousands of clinical studies have examined their roles—separately and together—revealing overlapping...

Whether it's through fish, fortified foods, or supplements, adding omega-3s to your child's routine can lead to long-term benefits. Fish oil for brain function isn’t just for adults—it’s a vital...

New research published in the journal Hypertension has found that individuals with a high Omega-3 Index tend to have significantly lower blood pressure. This large-scale study looked at 2,036 healthy...

Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids improve brain function and may help in the prevention of cognitive decline. Start supporting your brain today.

Every year, millions of people survive heart attacks — but the recovery journey doesn’t end when they leave the hospital. What happens in the months that follow can dramatically shape...

Bipolar disorder is a complex brain condition marked by alternating episodes of depression and mania. As researchers search for effective ways to manage this disorder, omega-3 fatty acids—particularly DHA (docosahexaenoic...

Between mobile phones, tablets, and the increasing number of jobs that require people to sit at a computer all day long, research is showing that “screen-related” eye problems are becoming...

Loss of muscle mass in aging is a natural process but also leads to some of the worst aspects of aging such as the loss of independence due to falling...