Many people do not consume enough of certain nutrients in their diet, such as vitamin D, minerals, and #omega3 fatty acids.
Dietary supplements can help fill these gaps ensuring that the body gets the nutrients it needs to function optimally.
#CommonSense#PreventiveHealthcare
Did you know that DHA, a type of Omega-3, is essential for healthy #eyes? It's found in the retina and supports vision in different lighting conditions. Learn why 500mg EPA+DHA daily is vital for eye health, especially for pregnant and breastfeeding women!
The Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) @ the National Institutes of Health (NIH) updated its guidance regarding the role of Omega-3 DHA in preventing preterm and early preterm birth, making this the first time NIH has publicly promoted #DHA for this issue
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Your brain is 60% fat, & DHA is key to its health!
✅ Supports memory & learning
✅ Protects nerve cells
✅ Boosts signal transmission
Low DHA = higher risk of memory issues & neurodegenerative diseases. Eat fatty fish or Omega-3 supplements for a sharper mind! #BrainHealth
Physical activity is the most effective intervention available for promoting brain health and longevity. Recent research demonstrates that regular exercise, even in modest amounts, is effective for enhancing brain volume, improving memory, and reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. Beyond its cognitive benefits, moderate physical activity also contributes to extended lifespan and better overall health outcomes.
Even regular walking has shown to have powerful impacts on brain structure and function:
*️⃣Activity levels equivalent to 4,000 steps per day have been linked to measurable increases in gray matter and white matter volumes (PMID: 38073389)
*️⃣A 2011 study showed that 40 minutes of walking, three times per week lead to a 2% increase in hippocampal volume over one year, effectively reversing 1–2 years of age-related atrophy and enhancing spatial memory performance (PMID: 21282661).
*️⃣A more recent study suggests that activity levels equivalent to walking just under 3 hours daily for the least active populations could extend lifespan by 11 years on average (doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2024-108125).
Even walking is an accessible, non-pharmacological intervention for promoting brain health, reducing disease risk, and enhancing longevity.
If you're wondering if it's OK to take #fishoil supplements and #magnesium together?
The answer is YES!
Learn how this combo might boost your health: https://t.co/a1ZLWmxnGv
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Higher omega-3 levels in the brain may help motor neuron disease (MND) & frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Studies on cells with the C9orf72 mutation—the top genetic cause of ALS & FTD—show better survival, hinting at a treatment by adjusting fat metabolism.
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A diet supplemented with omega-3 may improve inflammation in obesity.
An 8-week reduced-calorie diet implementing ideal essential fatty acid ratios, coupled with omega-3 supplementation, may improve inflammation & abdominal obesity, per a new study.
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"New research highlights the potential of omega-3s for eye health in type 1 diabetes.
Higher omega-3 levels are linked to lower diabetic retinopathy risk & better retinal perfusion.
#Omega3#Diabetes#EyeHealth
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New research from Nature Aging shows that omega-3 + vitamin D supplements, combined with regular exercise, can slow biological aging by 3-4 months over 3 years. Small but meaningful steps to healthier aging! 🧬 #HealthyAging#Omega3#VitaminD https://t.co/smRR9a8qi3
Omega-3s are vital for heart health, brain function, and fetal neurodevelopment. Studies suggest they may lower the risk of preeclampsia (PE) in pregnancy, with a 2022 meta-analysis showing a 25% reduced risk. More research is needed to confirm. #Omega3#PregnancyHealth
This 2024 #Omega3 World Map shows most countries (In RED) still have low Omega3 Index levels, with only a few, like Japan & Nordic nations, reaching ideal levels. The report highlights global dietary gaps & the need for improved omega3 intake to support heart and overall #health
ISSN Position Stand on Omega-3s: Athletes may face omega-3 insufficiency, but EPA/DHA supplementation boosts endurance, cardiovascular health, immune response, recovery, sleep & offers neuroprotection. PMCID: PMC11737053 DOI: 10.1080/15502783.2024.2441775
Nearly 44 million people worldwide live with dementia - more than the entire population of Canada. Since January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in Canada, learn how EPA and DHA omega-3s can help support a healthy brain and may slow down age-related cognitive decline.
Omega-3s may reduce aggression by up to 30%, says a meta-analysis of 4,000 participants. Effective against both reactive & proactive aggression. Penn researchers urge wider adoption in clinics, communities, & justice systems. #MentalHealth#Omega3
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The Framingham Offspring Study (Nutrients 2022) shows adults 65+ with higher RBC DHA Omega-3 had nearly 1/2 the risk of Alzheimer’s & 4.7 extra dementia-free years compared to those with lower levels of DHA. This supports the intake of DHA as a safe & easy way to prevent dementia
Men with prostate cancer on active surveillance saw a 15% drop in tumor proliferation (Ki-67) after 1 year on a high omega-3, low omega-6 diet plus fish oil, while the control group saw a 24% increase. Promising path for future trials. #Omega3
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New research shows elevated blood sugar levels may harm #brainhealth even in people without #diabetes.
Elevated blood sugar levels & low heart rate variability significantly impact older adults & women.
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Ladies - take heart ❤️: a daily omega-3 supplement can help keep your heart and body strong. Look for fish oil, krill oil or algae-based vegetarian supplements providing at least 500 mg #EPA + #DHA per serving.
Learn more at https://t.co/M6UQIqJFWK.
1 in 5 women & 1 in 10 men are at risk for Alzheimer’s, & it starts in your 40s. Protect your brain with Omega-3 DHA, exercise, social connections, & a healthy lifestyle—because prevention beats cure every time. 🧠 #BrainHealth
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