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Whether you're a weekend warrior or a professional competitor, this is great news. The study, published by the American Society for Nutrition’s Advances in Nutrition, found consistent benefits from fish...

For decades, morning has been the go-to time for taking medications, supplements, and cod liver oil. It fits with the psychology of starting the day with renewed energy and healthy...

Bipolar disorder is the 6th leading cause of disability worldwide, according to the World Health Organization, resulting in nine-year reduction in expected lifespan. Sadly, statistics from the National Institute of...

A recent study published in Food & Function highlights a powerful new benefit of omega-3s: protecting DNA from damage. Researchers in Brazil examined blood levels of omega-3s (EPA and DHA),...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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?...

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...

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...