How to read a supplement label: Omega-3s In a previous post we discussed the importance of paying attention to the serving size and suggested directions for use to ensure that you get the nutrients...
A case-controlled study finds significant associations between the amount of fish and polyunsaturated fatty acids in the diet, and the risk of getting breast cancer This October for Breast Cancer Prevention Month, GrassrootsHealth has...
A meta-analysis of 40 randomized controlled trials shows supplementing with EPA and DHA can protect heart health and help prevent death due to cardiovascular disease Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death...
The difference between Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, how they affect human health, and how to balance them In previous posts, we have reported on studies that demonstrate higher intake of omega-3 fatty acids...
Reducing inflammation with omega-3s may help prevent breast cancer This October for Breast Cancer Prevention Month, GrassrootsHealth has focused on the importance of nutrient intake and levels for overall cancer prevention and survival. Many...
Omega-3s are a healthy type of fat can be found in fish (EPA and DHA) and in plant oils such as flaxseed and soybean (ALA). The omega-3s found in fish have been linked to...
Omega-3 fatty acids play a role in immune system function. They are incorporated into the cell membrane of immune cells, as well as many other cells, and are metabolized to eicosanoids, a group of...
Higher chronic inflammation levels have been linked to an increased risk of many chronic diseases. GrassrootsHealth offers two tests that provide information about your levels of inflammation: C-reactive Protein (CRP) Test and AA:EPA Ratio...
As we saw in an earlier post, 64% of GrassrootsHealth participants consume at least one meal with fatty fish per week on average. Today, we’ll look at what types of fatty fish are consumed...
In 2017, GrassrootsHealth added questions about dietary omega-3 intake to its questionnaire to collect the typical number of meals containing fatty fish, such as salmon, sardines, and tuna, or plant-based omega-3s per week. Today,...