FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY Version 6.02 (c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by George M Lucich P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623 OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS Reported to reduce cholesterol, blood pressure, and be beneficial in autoimmune diseases. A study has shown that omega-3 fatty acids have an inhibitory effect on mammary tumors. Another study has shown that women with the highest consumption of fish tend to have the lowest incidence of breast cancer. A new study finds that eating fish once a month or more can reduce the risk of ischemic stroke in men. (Journal of The American Medical Association, 12-25-02--Vol 288, No.24 - article abstract). The data for use by diabetics is conflicting and further research is needed. Another study has shown that a diet low in omega-3 and zinc promotes enlargement of the prostate gland. This gland produces prostaglandins and tries to compensate for this deficiency by enlarging. This enlargement can be reduced by adding omega-3 and zinc picolinate to the diet. Sources for omega-3 are salmon, mackerel, albacore tuna, cod, herring, halibut, sardines, flaxseed oil, green vegetables and some nuts. Fifty percent of the total dietary polyunsaturated fat should be omega-3. Recent animal studies show that omega-3 fat aids bone growth. If the same hold true for humans it would prevent osteoporosis. Animal studies also show that omega-3 protects the body against attack by its own immune system in autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus erythematosus. Since omega-3 fatty acids are blood thinners supplements should not be taken by those on blood thinners. In this instance whole fish would be better than the oil capsules. See flaxseed oil. For personal use only. Not for sale or hire. Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted. If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated. You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein. See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors. |
AMINO ACIDS, ENZYMES, BOTANICALS |
AMINO ACIDS, ENZYMES, BOTANICALS |
FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY Version 6.02 (c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by George M Lucich P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623 OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS Reported to reduce cholesterol, blood pressure, and be beneficial in autoimmune diseases. A study has shown that omega-3 fatty acids have an inhibitory effect on mammary tumors. Another study has shown that women with the highest consumption of fish tend to have the lowest incidence of breast cancer. A new study finds that eating fish once a month or more can reduce the risk of ischemic stroke in men. (Journal of The American Medical Association, 12-25-02--Vol 288, No.24 - article abstract). The data for use by diabetics is conflicting and further research is needed. Another study has shown that a diet low in omega-3 and zinc promotes enlargement of the prostate gland. This gland produces prostaglandins and tries to compensate for this deficiency by enlarging. This enlargement can be reduced by adding omega-3 and zinc picolinate to the diet. Sources for omega-3 are salmon, mackerel, albacore tuna, cod, herring, halibut, sardines, flaxseed oil, green vegetables and some nuts. Fifty percent of the total dietary polyunsaturated fat should be omega-3. Recent animal studies show that omega-3 fat aids bone growth. If the same hold true for humans it would prevent osteoporosis. Animal studies also show that omega-3 protects the body against attack by its own immune system in autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus erythematosus. Since omega-3 fatty acids are blood thinners supplements should not be taken by those on blood thinners. In this instance whole fish would be better than the oil capsules. See flaxseed oil. For personal use only. Not for sale or hire. Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted. If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated. You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein. See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors. |
