Dietary guidelines issued by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Agriculture (USDA) are what the public look to when making nutritional choices. In 2003, growing research was finding that Americans could significantly reduce their risk of heart disease by eliminating trans fat and increasing their consumption of foods rich in omega-3 fatty […]
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By Stephen DANIELLS, 21-Jun-2012 Supplements of omega-3 fatty acids may reduce levels of certain inflammatory markers by 10%, says a new study that claims to be the first to show omega-3 supplementation may alter inflammatory markers in overweight but otherwise healthy people. http://www.nutraingredients.com/Health/Blood-sugar-management/Omega-3-s-anti-inflammatory-potential-shows-in-overweight-people
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By Stephen Daniells, 02-Mar-2012 Increased intakes of omega-3 fatty acids may reduce a specific marker of inflammation and confer heart and anti-cancer benefits, according to two new studies in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. http://www.nutraingredients.com/Health/Cancer-risk-reduction/Omega-3-may-reduce-inflammatory-marker-to-offer-multiple-health-benefits
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By Stephen Daniells, 11-Jun-2012 Increased intakes of omega-3s and higher blood levels of the fatty acids are associated with a 15% decrease in the risk of heart failure, says a new meta-analysis. http://www.nutraingredients.com/Health/Cardiovascular-health/Omega-3s-may-lower-heart-failure-risk-by-15-Meta-analysis
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By Stephen Daniells, 23-Jul-2012 Daily supplements of omega-3-rich fish oil may reduce the allergic response to some allergens, says a new study that adds to the immune modulating properties of the fatty acids. http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Omega-3s-may-protect-children-against-allergies-Human-data
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Dated: September 8, 2004 Contact: Jonathan W. Emord Emord & Associates, P.C. (202-466-6937) Washington, D.C. – Today the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized a qualified health claim linking consumption of omega-3 fatty acids with a reduced risk of coronary heart disease (CHD): “Supportive but not conclusive research shows that consumption of EPA and DHA
I have examined the document (“Doc”) submitted on November 3, 2003, by Martek Biosciences Corporation (“Martek”) to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) (“Qualified Health Claim for Conventional Foods and Dietary Supplements Containing Omega-3 Fatty Acids”). My findings follow. The FDA “action level” for regulatory action of 1 ppm methylmercury content emphasized in this
