Everyday, I see some report, study, or article touting all the impressively wonderful health benefits of omega-3 fats. But, that’s not why I personally take fish oil. In my case, I’m young and healthy. I exercise daily, & I generally avoid eating lots of processed crap. Like everyone else reading this blog, I know all…
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This guide was designed to be a definitive guide for parents with children who have ADD, or ADHD type symptoms. If you find yourself short on time, I’ve posted a shorter version of this guide here. Introduction Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD occurs in a fairly large subset of school aged children. Over the years,…
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While omega-3 supplements such as fish oil have become extremely popular in recent years, many people naturally are interested in obtaining their nutrients from food rather than supplements. They believe, perhaps rightly so, that nutrients in their natural form have not undergone processing that could affect their quality and potency. This is especially true with…
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What’s the second reason you started taking fish oil, after general health reasons? If you said you wanted to improve your heart health, you’re not alone! In fact, this the number one reason most people get turned on to taking fish oil. 1. Manage Your Cholesterol Levels If your doctor has told you to start…
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Eating a diet chock full o’ vitamins and nutrients has always been important, but now research shows that there could be a link between drug addiction and dietary deficiencies. Carolyn Reuben, a nutrition expert (and the executive director of the Community Addiction Recovery Association in Sacramento, CA) says that the human body can react to certain dietary deficiencies in a manner that can ultimately lead to mood disorders and/or addiction. She and other nutritionists view omega-3 deficiency as part of the problem.
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