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Kosher Fish Oil

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The essential fish oils are the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. They are considered “essential” because they are necessary for human health, but cannot be created by the human body. So, they must be present in the human diet. The components of most fish oil or omega 3 supplements, as well as the preparation of the concentrated ingredients pose a challenge to those who keep Kosher.

Kosher fish oil capsules are prepared in accordance with Jewish dietary law and are not supposed to have any non-Kosher animal products involved in the manufacturing process. The fish used in the production of kosher fish oil must be carefully inspected to confirm that they are kosher species, and the production facility should also be certified as kosher, confirming that non-kosher materials are not handled there, or that they are carefully isolated to prevent cross-contamination. This added purity makes it a good fish oil dietary supplement for pregnant women.

These fish oils allow people who have strong religious beliefs enjoy the natural benefits of the omegas found in fish oils (such as using fish oil to lower cholesterol), without betraying their initial beliefs and foundations. If a product is certified as kosher, it will be clearly marked as such on the label.

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High Potency Fish Oil Pills

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Just some of the recognized benefits of a regular fish oil dietary supplement.

Reduced risk of heart disease: The American Heart Association cites clinical trials showing that the high concentration of omega 3 in fish oil pills is effective in reducing the incidence of cardiovascular disease. It lowers the levels of LDL or ‘bad’ cholesterol, and increases the HDL or ‘good’ cholesterol, may reduce and helps to maintain blood triglycerides at normal healthy levels.

Reducing inflammation: Fish oil is widely considered to have anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, supplements may be helpful to those suffering from chronic inflammatory diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis. Arthritis is another malady characterized by excess inflammation in the body. More and more arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis sufferers are being advised by their doctors to take fish oil pills.

Weight Loss: Increasing your intake of healthy fats may help in losing weight because foods rich in omega 3s will help you feel satisfied. You won’t crave fattening carbohydrates, sugars and other foods laden with unhealthy or trans fats. Combined with an appropriate exercise routine, increased fish oil consumption may help maintain normal healthy weight.

Reducing symptoms of depression: Recent studies have shown that the absence of omega 3 essential fatty acids correlated with higher incidences of depression across a diverse sample of study participants. Those with low omega 3 intake were also more prone to stress, mental fatigue, and decreased cognitive ability. DHA and EPA supplements are even commonly recommended for people suffering from, or at risk for, Alzheimer’s Disease. A recent story featured on webmd explained how diet may influence Alzheimer’s risk.

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Fish Oil Added to Your Diet Reduces Inflammation

admin — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 03:44:00 +0000

For years, high cholesterol, triglycerides and blood pressure were considered to be the primary risk factors for heart disease. Recently, however, another biomarker was identified that may be even more important than the traditional risk factors: C-reactive protein (CRP), a marker of systemic inflammation in the body. One study found that women with high CRP levels had double the risk of dying from heart disease or stroke than those with high cholesterol.Several studies have demonstrated a fish oil-CRP link. Several varied studies found that people who ate fish once a week had 33% lower CRP levels than non-fish eaters. How does eating fish lower inflammation? The omega-3 fatty acid, EPA, which is abundant in coldwater fatty fish, regulates the effects of the pro-inflammatory omega-6 fatty acid, arachidonic acid (ARA), which is found in meat, eggs and dairy products. Fish oil capsules (see How I Use Omega 3 Capsules) have been shown to improve ARA:EPA ratios in healthy people as well as in patients with coronary artery disease.

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Information on Molecularly Distilled Fish Oil

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:52:00 +0000

The purity of fish oil supplements is a paramount concern. Running almost in parallel with the popularity of omega 3/fish oil supplements is the concern by many health experts over high levels of hazardous contaminants present in various species of cold water fish. The FDA has gone so far as to say that pregnant women, in particular, need to limit their intake of fresh fish because of high concentrations of heavy metals such as mercury and lead, and other toxins. The same caution applies to fish oil supplements if special purification techniques are not used in the manufacturing process.

The purification method most commonly used is molecular distillation. This process uses low heat and a chemical process to remove heavy metals, PCBs and other man-made pollutants. Molecular distillation also concentrates the most beneficial components, the EPA and DHA fish oil.

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DHA Fish Oil

admin — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:41:00 +0000

DHA Omega-3, or docosahexaenoic acid, is a polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acid ‘good fat’ crucial to overall health. It is the most abundant omega-3 fatty acid found in cell membranes throughout the body, most importantly the brain, heart, and eye tissues. A once daily DHA fish oil supplement is required because few people ever get the recommended amount of DHA omega-3 from their diet. Numerous scientific studies confirm that everyone, from infants to adults, benefit from an adequate supply of DHA as well as EPA Eicosapentaenoic acid.

As an important essential fatty acid that is a building block for cells throughout the body, DHA supports cardiovascular health and optimal brain function. It is also considered to have a long term positive impact on the avoidance of several chronic illnesses such as prostate cancer, breast cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease. In terms of eye health, the most recent research points to its usefulness in preventing, or lessening the severity of, cataracts and macular degeneration.

One of the main causes of heart disease–much more indicative than simply elevated cholesterol levels–is high blood triglycerides. DHA supplements, derived from fish oil, are the most readily available omega-3 source needed for naturally lowering high triglycerides without drugs (statins such as Zocor® and Lipitor®). Increased daily intake of DHA will also improve the HDL/LDL ratio which will reduce arterial plaque, which is another important risk factor to be monitored.

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The Benefits of Omega 3 Capsules: Why we need daily supplements of these essential fatty acids.

admin — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 03:09:00 +0000

The nutritional power and health benefits of Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids are well known and touted the world over…and with good reason. Study after study show that Omega 3 and Omega 6 oil supplements (also known as ALA, EPA, DHA and GLA) help keep cholesterol at healthy levels, lower triglycerides, help boost the good cholesterol (HDL – heart healthy), maintain blood pressure levels, and may even reduce the risk of premature heart disease and stroke. Clinical studies have further shown that Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids can also reduce symptoms of depression, joint pain, arthritis, and dry skin just to name a few. Unfortunately the typical American diet is seriously deficient when it comes to adequate intake of essential fatty acids.

Americans are eating less foods that are rich in these nutrients, particularly fish (like salmon, halibut, herring and mackerel) and certain vegetables and whole grains (flax seeds, walnuts, cabbage). Our busy schedules make it difficult to plan well rounded meals that cover all the bases so we miss out on regular servings of critical nutrients. Daily supplements, such as Omega 3 Capsules, can help bridge the gap. A high quality, high potency supplement can help form the foundation of a well rounded, nutritionally sound diet.

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