Thursday, February 26, 2009

Omega 3 Oil- A Description

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 lot of benefits of eating omega-2 oils. The first advantage is that they help reduce the risk of heart problems. People who have problems with their blood circulation are helped by the fish oil in their diet, as this increases the circulation and breaks down the compounds that cause clots. They also help reduce blood pressure.

Treatment given to heart patients which included 1 gram of omega 3 oil in their everyday diet for three months, resulted in a reduction of deaths in the patients. There have also been clinical trials that showed that giving this oil to patients resulted in a reduction in the thickness of the arteries, an increase in blood flow, and a reduction in blood sugar levels. Treatment with this oil has also helped decrease cholesterol levels.

Other benefits of Omega-3 oils have also been reported in rheumatoid arthritis patients, as well as those with cardiac arrhythmias. There is also evidence that shows these oils can help patients who are depressed or suffer from anxiety. They also reduce the chance of strokes when taken in moderation; 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. - 15683

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