Fish Oil Capsules Support Brain and Cardiovascular Health

by Neil Tackaberry

Hm mm, we need to keep our brain in top order, don’t we? Fish oil capsules that contain DHA omega 3 are just the thing for the job. Not only does it support brain health but our heart as well. Current research also suggests that it also may help prevent cancer. Could be that we have a triple whammy here. Please read on for more information.

Actually, everyone benefits from this amazing substance from the ocean.It is even beneficial for pregnant mums as it is said to assist brain development and raise the IQ of the unborn child. Children also benefit as it improves their concentration levels so is ideal for those with behavioral problems such as ADD and ADHD.

In fact fish oil capsules are ideal as a preventative and especially assist those with depression, Alzheimer’s, bipolar disorder, mood swings, anxiety, postpartum depression and poor memory.

Then there is the heart. Omega 3 strengthens the heart’s electrical system so that regular heart rhythm is maintained.Triglyceride levels are also stabilized reducing the risk of heart attack. Blood platelets are made less sticky so that they do not group together and prevent blood flow.

What about cancer? Although limited studies have been done on this, it seems that omega 3 can prevent certain types of cancer from occurring including breast and prostate cancer.One thing for sure omega 3 does not cause the disease.

Fish oil capsules are found everywhere, in supermarkets and heath food shops. They are advertised in magazines and on television but it is important for you to know that not all are of the same high quality. In fact, some provide very little benefit to you at all. So, what you should look for when purchasing this product?

A product that goes through  molecular distillation so that all the contaminants are filtered out. These days fish contain harmful toxins such as mercury, lead and PCB`s due to polluted oceans and rivers.

Freshness is vital as we all know what rancid fish is like. It is important for the manufacturer to be near the area where the fish are caught so that processing can begin immediately.

Does the fish oil capsule contain the particular omega 3 that is important to good health? Here, I am talking about DHA omega 3 which should contain a higher amount of DHA than EPA as the body can better utilize it.

There you have it, I hope this article on fish oil capsules support brain and cardiovascular health has been useful to you. This is by no means the extent of the information I have available. There is a lot more on my website. You are welcome to click on the link if interested in learning more.