Healthy Fish Oils in Diet Can Ward Off Postpartum Depression Symptoms in New...
Postpartum depression is a major problem, affecting up to 1 in 4 new mothers. New research suggests that including a fish oil supplement in the diet of pregnant women can help reduce symptoms of...
View ArticleOmega-3 Fatty Acids May Calm Bipolar and Addictive Behavior
Work in mouse models suggests that omega-3 fatty acids could have a therapeutic effect for bipolar disorder and addiction. The work, published recently, shows that mouse models of bipolar disorder,...
View ArticleFish Oil Supplements Associated With Improved Brain Structure and Function
People taking fish oil supplements regularly have distinct changes in the structure of their brains, together with improved cognitive function, researchers report. The study, examining the brains of...
View ArticleStroke Brain Damage Eased By Diet Rich in Omega-3
New research suggests that omega-3 fatty acids in the diet can have a significant impact on stroke recovery. The recently published study has found that in a mouse model of stroke, damage to the brain...
View ArticleHistorical Literature Suggests Cod Liver Oil Could Treat Tuberculosis
Research studies from the 19th century suggest that cod liver oil reduced deaths from tuberculosis, a new review published this week indicates. Tuberculosis is still a major health concern in many...
View ArticleFish Oil Component Help Kills Cancer Stem Cells
Leukemia stem cells are very difficult to kill, as they are resistant to current anti-cancer treatments, leaving patients on chemotherapy for life. New research, using mouse as a model system, suggests...
View ArticleVitamins and Omega-3 Fatty Acids Boost Mental Performance
A recent study has found that the levels of certain nutrients in the blood correlate with cognitive performance. The work, done in elderly individuals, found that the levels of several vitamins, as...
View ArticleUnsaturated Fats Healthy for Both Brain and Body
The amount and type of fat in the diet is well-known to affect cardiovascular health, but similar healthful or harmful effects are also seen on the brain. A new study has found that the levels of...
View ArticleDHA, a Form of Omega-3, Boosts Memory Cell Function
Fish forms a healthy part of the diet, and researchers have determined how consuming fish regularly can help boost memory. A type of omega-3 fatty acid found in fish, called DHA, improves the function...
View ArticleOmega 3 Fatty Acid Intake Associated With Improved Memory
Adding omega-3 fatty acids to your diet could have a significant increase in your cognitive performance, according to a new study. Researchers gave healthy research subjects supplements to increase...
View ArticleNatural Forms of Omega-3 Fatty Acids More Active Than Supplement Forms
Omega-3 fatty acids from natural sources like fish are significantly more active than the forms found in dietary supplements, new research has found. Researchers trying to understand the molecular...
View ArticleConsuming Fish Oil Could Minimize Harmful Effects of High Fat Diet on the Brain
High fat diets are known to hinder the creation of new brain cells, and new research shows that taking in sufficient omega-3 fatty acids, present in fish oils, could minimize that effect. Scientists...
View ArticleDiet Rich in Olive Oil or Nuts Linked to Reduced Cognitive Decline in Old Age
A Mediterranean-style diet, rich in vegetables, fish, and olive oil, has been promoted as a tool for weight control, and researchers have now shown that it might also have cognitive benefits. A study...
View ArticleOmega-3 Fatty Acids Can Reduce Heart Inflammation After Angioplasty
Medical intervention in the heart for cardiovascular disease and heart attacks can cause dangerous inflammation. Researchers have found that this inflammation can be reduced, and healing can be...
View ArticleConsuming n-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids Reduces Breast Cancer Risk
A certain type of fatty acid in the diet has been linked to a reduced risk of breast cancer. A new study has found that the intake and levels in the blood of n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid, found in...
View ArticleEssential Oils May Provide Good Source of Food Preservation
Preservatives in packaged foods are often criticized for their role in promoting obesity and other health problems, but a natural alternative may soon be available. A new study in the Journal of Food...
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