What is Krill Oil? Krill are tiny crustaceans that live in the cold, pristine waters of the Antarctic Ocean. Antarctic Krill are so plentiful that they are thought to be one of the most abundant animal species on earth, and are harvested as a renewable resource. Because their habitat is so remote, deep and cold,…
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Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) found in seafood are associated with lower risk of heart disease
Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) found in seafood are associated with lower risk of heart disease, improved immune function, health advantages in preterm infants and possibly lower risk of suicide, according to new research. These findings and more are summarized in the December 2011 PUFA Newsletter and Fats of Life newsletters for health professionals and…
Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) may help protect the lungs
Long-term, regular use of vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) supplements (600 IU”s per day) appears to reduce by 10% the risk of chronic obstructive lung disease or COPD in women, according to a new study.
Omega 3’s, EPA, DHA and a healthier life
“There’s very strong, medical-nutrition, literature-based evidence in humans suggesting that the average American would probably have a healthier life, a lower risk of dying from heart disease and improved brain function by consuming more fish, more supplements or more functional foods with DHA and EPA,”
Dogs with osteo-arthritis can benefit, like humans, from omega 3’s, MSM and glucosamine
There is an excellent controlled study showing that feeding dogs a diet enriched with DHA, EPA and other nutritional supplements, such as MSM and glucosamine, results in a substantial and measurable improvement in older dogs’ memory and level of mobility.
Omega 3’s and your heart
Omega-3s May Slow Aging in Heart Patients Heart Disease Patients With High Omega-3 Fatty Acids Age More Slowly on Cellular Level. By: Kathleen Doheny WebMD Health News Reviewed by: Louise Chang, MD Jan. 19, 2010 — Heart disease patients with the highest blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids appear to age more slowly than those…
Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Question: Hello, Have you heard of this condition and if there is anything that can be done or taken to relieve this condition? Thank you, Maribet Answer: Maribet, I have but the hard part is that I would need to do an exam, consultation, and possible labs to be of any help. Here are a…
Coral Calcium – Testimonial 02/12/2007
Hello Dr E! Thanks, for your email. I am currently in the process of finding alternative methods for managing my diabetes without using pills. I am taking insulin, due to the fact that I have had too many bad reactions to the oral meds. I also use supplements, like vitamin E, Omega 3, L-Carnitine &…