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Studies show the majority of people aren’t getting enough omega-3s on a daily basis. These "good" polyunsaturated fats are essential for human nutrition. They support heart, brain, and eye health....

Omega-3 fatty acids have long been associated with heart health. On August 19th, the American Heart Association (AHA) released a new advisory highlighting the benefits of prescription omega-3s in lowering...

OmegaQuant’s Dr. Bill Harris has been studying omega-3s EPA and DHA for the last 35 years.

The term “stroke belt” refers to a cluster of southeastern U.S. states—like Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, and South Carolina—where the risk of stroke and heart disease is significantly higher than the...

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...

The human brain weighs around 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs), and surprisingly, about 60% of it is composed of fat. This high-fat content is essential — not something to be cut...

Pregnancy is an exciting journey, but it can also feel overwhelming. There are many guidelines about what to do and what to avoid. Staying active is important. Aim for 30...

A new chapter in the omega-3 story reveals that many people may not be getting enough EPA and DHA to reach protective levels for heart health—despite following standard recommendations. Recent...

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...

Most people connect omega-3s with heart and brain health, but did you know they can also be quite useful if you are an athlete or lead an active lifestyle? From...

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...

A highly anticipated report from the Cochrane Collaboration recently made headlines by questioning the heart-protective benefits of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids — EPA and DHA. However, this sweeping conclusion has...