July 8, 2008 – 4:24 pm | One Comment

In a move sure to stir controversy, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommended on Monday that a more aggressive approach to treating high cholesterol in children should be implemented, even if it means prescribing …

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Omega-3 in Fish, Breast Milk Feeds Healthier Babies
September 18, 2008 – 5:54 am | 8 Comments

When expectant mothers enjoy a diet rich in fish, their babies are more likely to develop better, physically and cognitively, than babies born to mothers who eat less fish. When babies are breastfed for …

Omega-3s Display Surprising Effect on Wound Healing
July 25, 2008 – 8:06 am | No Comment

Americans are urged to consume a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids because these fish-based polyunsaturated fats have been found to minimize inflammation and promote healing.  Omega-3 supplements and foods fortified with omega-3s are widely …

Researchers Remain Undecided About Omega-3s Effects On Bipolar Disorder
April 29, 2008 – 7:25 am | One Comment

Although there is significant clinical evidence to support using omega-3 fatty acid supplements for the treatment of depression symptoms, the supplement’s role in treating bipolar disorder is still undecided. Researchers do believe, however, that further …

Omega-3 Free Fatty Acids No Real Help for Crohn Disease
April 9, 2008 – 8:36 pm | 2 Comments

Disease Some people diagnosed with Crohn disease turn to alternative remedies for relief. Many turn to omega-3 free fatty acids, known for their ability to relieve the symptoms of other inflammatory disorders, such as rheumatoid …