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by Biggest on December 2nd, 2006

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Why are fish, flax, borage oils used?

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  • by teknimage on December 2nd, 2006

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    These are all natural sources of the Omega or Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3,-6,-9). These are considered essential because they cannot be made in the body and must be consumed. There are many positive benefits for have a diet rich in the Omega Acids, such as healthy skin and hair, proper renal function and, most importantly, greatly improved cardiovascular functioning. Clinical research has also shown that by ensuring these compounds are in a person's diet, they can greatly reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, even for people that have a predetermined risk for it. There is also some evidence, though not much clinical research yet, for its use as a treatment for children with autism, as well as some new research into schizophrenia and Huntington's disease. Some even claim it to be a total brain food and recommend pregnant mothers consume higher than normal quantities. All of these are suspected hopeful because of the way these compounds affect brain cell myelin sheaths.

    There are, of course, some drawbacks and risks. People with congestive heart failure should avoid most Omega-3s, due to the same beneficial effects the have on heart tissue for a normal person. There are some other negative indications as well, but most of these have occurred only at very high doses. So, as with any time you start a new supplement, regimen or treatment, it's really best to consult your personal doctor as they can better help you understand interactions and monitor any changes being made, good or bad.

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