Monday, March 2, 2009

An Insight into Omega 3 Oil

By Riftin Clifford

Omega 3 oil is more generally identified as omega-3 fatty acid, and in scientific terminology as n-3 fatty acid. These are the unsaturated fats, which differs from the other oils that are used in our food as they are saturated and is bad for your health. This oil is found in almost all the oily fish like salmon, mackerel, anchovies, and herring, and in some forms of nuts as well, so we can easily take it in our diet. Flax and eggs could also be taken to supplement the body.

There are thus a number of benefits of eating omega-2 oils. Firstly they reduce the risk of heart problems. People who suffer from blood circulation are helped by the fish oil in their diet, as this improves the blood flow and breaks down the compounds that cause clots. They also aid in reducing blood pressure.

Treatment given to heart patients that included 1 gram of omega 3 oil on a daily basis for three months has shown decrease in the death rates. There have also been clinical tests carried out that proved that giving this oil to patients resulted in a reduction in the thickness of the arteries, an increase in flow of blood, and also controls the blood sugar . Treatment with this oil has been helpful in controlling the cholesterol levels.

The benefits of Omega-3 oils have also been seen in rheumatoid arthritis patients, in addition to those who suffer from cardiac arrhythmias. There is also evidence that shows this oil is useful for patients who are depressed or suffer from anxiety. They also reduce the probability of strokes when taken in quantity recommended; however, large quantities can actually cause a stroke.

Experiments have also shown that these oils are helpful in preventing cancer. They reduce the growth of tumour, thus helpful in increasing the survival rate. Regular consumption of this oil, either through supplements or including fish in the diet is also known to lessen aggression and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Fish oil is also identified to boost up the bodys immune system, hence making the body more resistant to suffering from diseases. It also improves memory, and guards against memory loss.

There are health risks associated with taking omega-3 oil. If more than three grams per day is taken, it can cause bleeding in people already taking aspirin, and it can cause a stroke if taken in very large amounts. It can also reduce blood sugar control in diabetic patients, and by suppressing immune responses it can decrease the bodys resistance to bacteria.

If you suffer from congestive heart failure or angina, then you should ask for your doctors advice before taking an omega-3 supplement as it can, in large amounts, reduce the hearts beating rate, and if the heat is weak already it can result in the heart not being able to pump adequate blood all through the body, which may be a cause of death.

Omega-3 oil is essentially good for most of the people; however it is advised that you talk to your doctor before taking a supplement. - 15995

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