Tag Archives: EFAs

Arthritis and Obesity Trouble Older Women
Posted on 01. Feb, 2010 by healthetimes.
A healthy, balanced diet and exercise obviously go a long way toward maintaining a healthy weight. But if you’re trying to lose weight, a variety of nutritional supplements can offer support.
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Getting Enough EFAs?
Posted on 01. Feb, 2010 by healthetimes.
The American Heart Association recommends that healthy individuals eat two servings of oily fish (such as salmon, sardines, or albacore tuna) per week or supplement with fish oils to provide about 500 mg of EPA and DHA per day.
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Omega-3s for Healthy Babies
Posted on 01. Feb, 2010 by healthetimes.
Adding to the growing evidence supporting the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, a new study finds that omega-3s are important for a baby’s developing eyes and brain.
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Balance Inflammation with Omega-3s
Posted on 17. Jan, 2010 by Jolie Root, LPN, LNC.
You may already know that the essential fatty acids (EFAs) in fish oils are great for supporting a healthy heart and a healthy brain. But the benefits of these fats don’t stop there! There are many more reasons to include fish oils in your supplement regimen each and every day.
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Dry Eyes?
Posted on 17. Jan, 2010 by Robert Abel, Jr., MD.
One out of every five of us has dry-eye symptoms, as do 50 percent of people over age 65. The good news is you may be able to put down those eye drops and examine your diet and lifestyle to relieve symptoms.
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Maintain Your Vision Naturally
Posted on 16. Jan, 2010 by Robert Abel, Jr., MD.
Eye health is often associated with overall health. Nutrition plays an important role in healthy eyes, and your eyes may benefit from concentrated nutrients and a healthier diet.
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Stop Prediabetes Now
Posted on 15. Jan, 2010 by Jack Challem.
Take control now and naturally reduce your family’s risk for developing full-blown diabetes and its many associated health problems.
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Give Your Child a Healthy Edge with Cod Liver Oil
Posted on 15. Jan, 2010 by Jolie Root, LPN, LNC.
To maximize a baby’s intelligence, studies suggest that women should begin taking fish oils during pregnancy. The benefits of cod liver oil to a growing child extend far beyond the womb.
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The Right Fats Can Make You Thin
Posted on 15. Jan, 2010 by Ann Louise Gittleman, PhD, CNS.
The American public has been brainwashed with a big fat lie — that fats are the ultimate dietary killers. But fat happens to be necessary for the health and well-being of our bodies and brains.