Tag Archive: brain health

What is DHA, or Docosahexaeonic Acid?

DHA Molecule

Overview Your brain uses two types of fatty acids to build new cells. One of them is omega-3, the other is omega-6, together they are “essential” for the brain to function and so are referred to as essential fatty acids, or EFAs. In this guide, we will focus on omega-3s , however, you must first…

Fish Oil Prevented Alzheimer’s Disease in Mice

A recent article at Forbes.com (no longer available online, but read the study here) found that fish oil prevented the build-up of amyloid protein in the brains of rats genetically-engineered to develop Alzheimer’s Disease. Apparently this amyloid protein is present in large amounts in people with Alzheimers, but mice fed high amounts of DHA (Docosahexaeonic…

Fish Oil Ice Cream?

A recent article in Oregon’s Mail Tribune reviews several studies regarding the benefits of fish oil and then speculates about the likelihood of manufacturers using it as an additive in all kinds of foods, including ice cream! The article does a good job of summarizing the science as well as numerous fish oil benefits: The…

Fish Oil Increases IQ and Slows Brain Aging

Amazing! Researchers at Aberdeen and Edinburgh universities in Scotland have found that people who eat oily fish or take fish oil supplements score 13% higher on IQ tests (No wonder I’m so smart!) and are less likely to show early signs of Alzheimers. Lawrence Whaley, the head of the research team, said that it does…

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