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Glowing skin, healthy shiny hair, strong nails and eyes that sparkle, (visit http://www.your-vision-care.com for more info on vision/eye care).  Isn’t this what we all want?

There are so many skin products available, and I am sure that some of them do help, nothing really helps as much as nutrition: nutritional supplements if needed: and exercise.

I read that:  “Your skin is the largest organ in the body”.  If you are NOT eating healthy foods to nourish your body, your skin is NOT being nourished. You can’t stuff your body with garbage junk food, and expect to have healthy skin.

Many studies have proven the need for  nourishing vegetables, fruits, nuts, teas (such as green teas) and other foods.  Shopping is an important part of your life if you want beautiful skin, and health in general.

Have you got dull skin, dry skin, skin that seems to be getting more wrinkly?  This could be a sign that you are not getting enough omega-3 fatty acids,  (now said to be a medical miracle of our century) which can be found in salmon.

Is your hair limp?  Do your nails break?  Maybe you need more protein such as beans, lentils, pulses or even more lean meat.

Be good to your body, and your body will look good!

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Omega 3 has many more benefits, come on over here and check it out!

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According to the LA Times, Omega-3 fatty acids may protect against cell aging

Researchers from UC San Francisco reported today that people with heart disease who had high levels of omega-3 fatty acids in their blood had a lower rate of shortening of telomere length–a marker for aging–compared with similar heart patients who had the lowest levels of omega-3 fatty acids.

A telomere is a structure at the end of a chromosome that dictates the replication and stability of the chromosome. Shortening of the telomere means the cell is aging.

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What are the health benefits associated with taking Omega-3 ’s from fish oil?

Scientific evidence has indicated that a diet rich in Omega-3 essential fatty acids helps support:

• A Healthy Brain
• A Healthy Heart
• A Healthy immune system
• Healthy joint movement
• Healthy kidneys
• A balanced mood and sense of wellbeing
• Strength and stamina
• And helps maintain cholesterol levels that are already within the normal range*

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Why should I take a fish oil supplement?

Changes in food preferences and the impact of modern food processing in Western society have led to a significant decrease in average dietary intake of Omega-3 fatty acids. As a result, most American diets contain far more Omega- 6’s  than Omega 3’s.

In fact, it is estimated that the average American has between twenty to fifty times the amount of Omega-6’s s as they do Omega 3.  Recent studies have indicated that this kind of imbalance can set the stage for a host of health problems. To promote a healthier fatty acid ratio, it is advisable to avoid Omega-6 (which are commonly found in fried foods, commercial baked goods and some margarines), and eat more baked or broiled seafood and supplement the diet with a high-quality fish oil like Sealogix.

The following is courtesy wikipedia

Rheumatoid arthritis

Research in 2005 and 2006 has suggested that the in-vitro anti-inflammatory activity of  Omega 3 acids translates into clinical benefits. Cohorts of neck pain patients and of rheumatoid arthritis sufferers have demonstrated benefits comparable to those receiving standard NSAIDs. Those who follow a Mediterranean-style diet tend to have less heart disease, higher HDL (“good”) cholesterol levels and higher proportions of  Omega 3 fatty acids in tissue highly unsaturated fatty acids.

high-quality fish oil like Sealogix

And remember, these articles are always meant to inform, and never to treat or diagnose!

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What is the richest source of Omega-3 fatty acids?

Fish oil is the richest source for eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Cold-water fish, like anchovies, salmon and sardines, are considered the best source for these essential fatty acids. It is important to remember, that all omega-3’s are not created equal. You would need almost four tablespoons of flaxseed oil to get the same amount of EPA and DHA found in one teaspoon of Sealogix! That’s approximately ten times as much flaxseed oil than fish oil.

Immune function

Another study regarding fish oil was published in the Journal of Nutrition in April 2007. Sixty four healthy Danish infants from nine to twelve months of age received either cow’s milk or infant formula alone or with fish oil. It was found that those infants supplemented with fish oil had improvement in immune function maturation with no apparent reduction in immune activation.

What is the richest source of Omega-3 fatty acids?

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Several studies report possible anti-cancer effects of n?3 fatty acids (particularly breast, colon and prostate cancer) Omega-3 fatty acids reduced prostate tumor growth, slowed histopathological progression, and increased survival. Among n-3 fatty acids [omega-3], neither long-chain nor short-chain forms were consistently associated with breast cancer risk. High levels of docosahexaenoic acid, however, the most abundant n-3 PUFA [omega-3] in erythrocyte membranes, were associated with a reduced risk of breast cancer.

A 2009 trial found that a supplement of eicosapentaenoic acid (Omega 3) helped cancer patients retain muscle mass.

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What do Omega-3 fatty acids do for the body?
The Omega-3’s EPA and DHA are recognized for their health benefits in all life stages. They are important building blocks for every cell in your body, which requires these crucial components to grow, develop and maintain health.* These fatty acids are an integral part of cell membranes and are precursors of several important cellular messengers.* Studies have demonstrated that EPA is important for optimal brain function and contributes to the reduction of cellular inflammation.* DHA has been recognized for brain, visual and nervous system health and development.* Additionally, these essential fatty acids work together to contribute to good heart health.*

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What are Omega-3 fatty acids?

Omega-3’s belong to a group of fatty acids known as long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids. Because the body does not manufacture them, Omega-3’s are classified as “essential fatty acids” (EFA’s), as it is essential they be obtained from food.

There are three important Omega-3 fatty acids: alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). EPA and DHA are found in fish, while ALA is found only in plant foods such as flaxseed meal. The body can convert ALA into small amounts of EPA and DHA, but recent studies have indicated that our bodies are somewhat inefficient in this conversion.

Therefore, it is necessary to supplement your diet with these nutrients in order to significantly change your levels of Omega-3’s.
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Omega-3 fatty acids benefit

Inflammation is becoming recognized as a primary factor in the development of a wide number of chronic disease conditions. A certain level of inflammatory response is needed to protect us from invading organisms (bacteria, viruses, and parasites) and to treat traumatic injuries. However, left unchecked, it can continue to wear down every organ in the body. This can lead to chronic diseases especially in the heart, brain, and immune system.

There are two types of inflammation. The first is classic inflammation that is associated with pain, swelling, and redness. This can be characterized as screaming pain since it is very obvious and calls for immediate intervention. The other type of inflammation is silent inflammation or silent pain that is far more insidious. It doesn’t generate the pain associated with classic inflammation and therefore goes untreated for years. We now know that this silent inflammation is the underlying cause of heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease. Virtually every type of chronic disease has a significant inflammatory component as its underlying cause. A primary focus of modern medical research remains the reduction of both classic and silent inflammation.

According to: Dr Barry Sears, a leading expert on Inflammation

Omega-3 fatty acids benefit the heart of healthy people, and those at high risk of — or who have — cardiovascular disease.

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Do you want to live longer? Be healthier? Function more efficiently? Then you have to start with lowering with getting rid of inflammation in your system.   Studies show that much of our bad health comes from a bad diet, and not exercising.  This is not news to us.  I don’t know why we hear this so often, yet do so little about it. Omega 3 oils are the natural and most effective way to reduce inflammation.  So let’s look at this more closely.

With so many pre packated, fast foods, sodas, candies etc out there, and, in our diet everyday, we are consuming way too much of omega 6, but way too little omega 3 which is proven to reduce inflammation.

The most detrimental is what is known as the “silent killer” because it does not have any symptoms but it  leads directly to heart attacks, and strokes.  Can you believe that 90% of people do NOT ingest enough Omega 3’s?  And that many people who have Omega 3 supplements, forget to take them.

The omega 3 fats that are so effictive are…DHA/
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