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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...

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...

The U.S. has made major progress in removing trans fats from the food supply—and now, we’re seeing real public health benefits. According to a new study published in JAMA, counties...

Emerging research continues to highlight the remarkable role of omega-3 fatty acids in supporting pregnancy outcomes — and now, a compelling new study from Denmark suggests that increasing a pregnant...

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...

Understanding omega-3 status around the world is key to tackling the widespread health implications of deficiency. A recent study led by Stark et al. took on the ambitious task of...

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...

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in children, and its growing prevalence is often blamed on factors like excessive screen time, poor diet, lack...

Tracking your Omega-3 Index before and after taking supplements is a smart way to see if you’ve chosen the right omega-3 for your needs. This blood test shows how well...