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Science Calls for Pregnant Women to Establish a Healthy Omega-3 DHA Level

January 10, 2022

Pregnancy is often a time of joy and anticipation—but it can also come with uncertainties. One of the biggest concerns is preterm birth, defined as delivery before 37 weeks of...

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New Research Shows Most Athletes Have a Low Omega-3 Index

January 10, 2022

Omega-3 fatty acids are crucial for heart, brain, joint, and eye health — and their importance extends to athletes as well. A recent study published in PLOS One explored the...

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Benefits Outweigh Risks of Eating Fish During Pregnancy, According to New Research

January 10, 2022

By combining smart dietary choices with personalized supplementation, pregnant women can confidently support their baby’s cognitive, metabolic, and cardiovascular health—now and for years to come.

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How Do Omega-3s Impact Immune Function?

January 10, 2022

Omega-3s have a reputation for being anti-inflammatory, but how do they work in the body, and especially when it comes to the immune system? This blog will discuss how omega-3s...

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Omega-3 & COVID-19: Is There A Relationship?

January 10, 2022

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...

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Can Omega-3s Improve Your Run?

January 10, 2022

Omega-3 fatty acids—especially EPA and DHA—are well-known for supporting heart, brain, and eye health. But can they also help you stay fit and boost your performance in sports and exercise?...

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Higher Omega-3 EPA Blood Levels More Important Than Lowering Triglycerides, According to REDUCE-IT Researchers

January 10, 2022

In a recent press release from the American College of Cardiology, researchers shared that the cardiovascular benefits observed in the REDUCE-IT trial were strongly correlated with blood EPA levels, not...

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Get the Facts on Omega-6, Trans Fats, Palmitic Acid and More

January 10, 2022

Your Omega-6:Omega-3 ratio reflects the total amount of seven omega-6 and four omega-3 fatty acids found in whole blood, as opposed to the red blood cell membranes used for the...

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Exploring the Relationship Between Omega-3 and Sleep

January 10, 2022

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...

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Fish Oil Supplements & Death from Heart Disease and Any Cause

January 10, 2022

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...

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Those in Early Stages of Atherosclerosis Have a Low Omega-3 Index

January 10, 2022

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...

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More Is Not Always Better: The Strong Case for Personalizing Omega-3 DHA Intake for Pregnant Women

January 10, 2022

A new analysis, published in the British Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, has offered a more refined understanding of the ORIP results—especially regarding DHA blood levels and the timing of...