Omega 3 Fatty Acids

7 (Drug-Free) Ways To Overcome Divorce Anxiety

Mark Banschick, MD | Posted 05.22.2012

Mark Banschick, MD

It probably does not come as a surprise to you that anxiety and stress disorders are common among recent divorcés. Some choose to deal with this stress by taking anti-anxiety medications.

Concussion Advice Your Kid's Doctor Won't Tell You

Missy Chase Lapine | Posted 04.02.2012

Missy Chase Lapine

I always draw a sharp breath when I see the school's number pop up on my caller ID in the middle of the day.

Catherine Pearson

Skimping On Omega-3s? Memory Problems May Follow

HuffingtonPost.com | Catherine Pearson | Posted 02.27.2012

Skimping on omega-3 fatty acids -- nutrients found in certain oils, beans and seafood -- may take a toll on brain volume and memory, according to a ne...

8 Vegetarian Ways To Sneak More Omega-3's Into Your Diet

Posted 02.28.2012

By Elizabeth Nolan Brown for Blisstree.com Everywhere you look these days, health experts are touting the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, a type o...

Is This Heart-Healthy Fat Part Of Your Diet?

Posted 05.15.2012

Staying fit, avoiding cigarettes and eating a healthy diet are all vital for heart health. But according to "The Doctors," another important step towa...

How Sleep Can Protect Your Brain

Gary W. Small, M.D. | Posted 03.12.2012

Gary W. Small, M.D.

I love the way I feel after a good night's sleep. My body is rested; my mind feels clear and alert; and I am happy to just linger in bed and relax.

The Truth About Fish Oil Pills During Pregnancy

Jena Pincott | Posted 01.21.2012

Jena Pincott

Kids whose moms ate fish more than twice weekly during pregnancy were significantly less likely to have low scores on cognitive tests.

What Are So-Called ‘Functional Foods’?

Deepak Chopra | Posted 10.01.2011

Deepak Chopra

You may have heard about "functional foods." Nutritionists and marketers use this term to describe foods that go beyond the basics of supplying nutrients to the body and appear to help ward off and combat certain chronic illnesses.

Foods for Ageless Beauty

Renée Loux | Posted 08.07.2011

Renée Loux

Here is a look at foods that fortify and foster healthy cells to renew, repair and rejuvenate skin for lasting beauty.

Dietary Supplements For Summertime Efficiency

Posted 07.27.2011

Memorial Day weekend means that summer weather is upon us. Unlike the winter months where our bodies seem to crave hibernation, the summertime is all ...

Can A Blood Test Really Tell How Long You'll Live?

Thea Singer | Posted 07.26.2011

Thea Singer

While telomere scientists are divided as to the value of the test for individuals, no serious researchers are saying the telomere test will be some kind of crystal ball.

The Debate Over Men And Omega-3

Craig Cooper | Posted 05.25.2011

Craig Cooper

Debate over the health benefits and risks of flaxseed and omega-3 fatty acids, in particular alpha-linolenic acid (ALA- a form of omega-3 fatty acids), is ongoing and often contentious.

What Is 'Algal DHA' and What Is Its Role in Food?

Ashley Koff | Posted 05.25.2011

Ashley Koff

Algae are an exceptionally rich source of the essential fatty acid, DHA.

Fish Oil May Reduce Cancer Risk

ABC | Posted 11.17.2011

Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil supplements may help reduce the risk of breast cancer, a new study suggests. The findings, though preliminary, are v...

Are Fish Oil Supplements Safe? Industry Leaders Speak Out

Michael Macher | Posted 03.15.2012

Michael Macher

A recent panel discussion brought together three industry leaders in Omega-3 fish oil manufacturing and distributing in order to ask crucial questions regarding safety, transparency and sustainability.

What Secrets Don't the Fish Oil Supplement Makers Want You to Know?

Chris Manthey | Posted 11.17.2011

Chris Manthey

Our tests have found that some fish oil pills have 70 times more PCBs in them than others, which might be good to know, particularly since they're hawking them to pregnant women and children.

Feed Your Brain with Super Fish

Dave Lieberman | Posted 11.17.2011

Dave Lieberman

It's hard to think of a food that has been more important to brain development throughout the course of human history than fish.

Why Kill-Free Meat Will Rock Your World

Jason Silva | Posted 05.25.2011

Jason Silva

Imagine if we never had to kill another animal to get meat. The reality is that in-vitro meat, creating laboratory animal tissue from stem cells, will usher in a new era.

Chia: Ancient American Superfood

Brigitte Mars | Posted 11.17.2011

Brigitte Mars

Though we've all heard of chia pets, this tiny ancient black seed is a bonafide nourishing food crop. It's considered an energy tonic that enhances joint activity and sexual health.

Change Your Life With Chia

Christina Pirello | Posted 11.17.2011

Christina Pirello

With no cholesterol, simple sugar or gluten, and high in nutrients, chia seeds are nature's perfect food. Since using chia seeds in my diet, I've seen incredible changes in my athletic performance and energy.

Food For A Good Mood

Elizabeth Somer | Posted 11.17.2011

Elizabeth Somer

Dieting, skipping meals, or eating erratically can lower blood sugar, with symptoms such as weakness, irritability, and fatigue. As a result, the body runs out of energy.

10 Steps to Brain Healthy Eating for the Poor

Daniel Amen, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011

Daniel Amen, M.D.

10 tips to help people living in poverty, as well as those who are simply strapped for cash during these tough economic times, eat healthier without spending a fortune.

How To Choose Healthy, Ocean-Friendly Fish

cnn.com | Denise Mann | Posted 11.17.2011

Salmon, tuna, and other fish are loaded with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, so they must be good for you, right? Not so fast--some types of fish h...

Go Nuts: The Incredible Edible Walnut

Neil Zevnik | Posted 11.17.2011

Neil Zevnik

I had rarely thought about the ubiquitous walnut, beyond observing it in the occasional salad or enjoying it in baklava. Little did I know that its uses have been innumerable and fascinating for millennia.

Pursuing Salmon: It's Gotta Be Wild

Neil Zevnik | Posted 05.25.2011

Neil Zevnik

The omega-3 essential fatty acids make salmon one of the brightest of superstars in the food firmament, offering myriad health benefits to people young and old.