I know these two are very beneficial but i have a friend who thinks they are only for old people…I told him their not but i cant back up what i say because i dont know enough. If any of ya’ll could tell me the benefits of these two thatd be sweet
Okay, this is going to be kind of long. Cliff notes: one of the miners who almost died in West Virginia about 2 years ago was saved in part to omega-3 fats, found in fish and flax oil.
So ask your friend “if he likes saving lives,” and show him this. That should be enough!
The research abstract, from a friend:
[quote]Randal McCloy, a 27-year-old coal miner, spent 41 hours buried 2 ½ miles underground after an explosion in the Sago, West Virginia, mine where he�??d been working. As a result of the explosion and prolonged carbon monoxide exposure, McCloy underwent coma and deep shock with his heart barely beating, suffered a collapsed lung, as well as liver and kidney malfunction. Doctors predicted that even if he managed to pull through, McCloy would be severely brain damaged, due to the fact that the carbon monoxide had stripped the protective myelin sheath from most of his brain�??s neurons. While McCloy was being given oxygen infusions in a hyperbaric chamber, Julian Bailes, M.D., the neurosurgeon assigned to the case, was struck by inspiration: He ordered a daily dose of 15,000 milligrams (mg) docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) for his patient. In layman�??s terms, McCloy was being administered fish oils.
Unexpectedly, McCloy emerged from his coma after several weeks. This in itself was amazing, but in the weeks that followed, he stunned even the most optimistic experts by recovering his memory and gradually regaining his ability to walk, talk, and see, a turnaround that many in the medical field called miraculous.
Although Dr. Bailes believes the hyperbaric chamber may have assisted in myelin recuperation, he believes that the omega-3s helped rebuild the damaged gray and white matter of the brain.
There are three types of omega-3s: DHA and EPA, found in fish and marine algae (which is where the fish get them), and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is found in plants, seeds, and nuts. All three provide health benefits, but those attributed to DHA and EPA has sparked renewed interest in recent years. Studies indicate that DHA and EPA may not only reduce a person�??s risk of heart disease and stroke, but also possibly prevent ailments as diverse as arthritis, Alzheimer�??s disease, asthma, autoimmune disorders, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Some experts argue that omega-3s should be labeled as essential nutrients as necessary to health as, say, vitamins A and D. They are involved in the metabolic processes of every cell as well as part of the body�??s basic nutrition. While some view omega-3s as essential, others find them surprisingly controversial. Some experts believe that the research has been mixed and inconsistent and that prevalence of heart attacks is not indirectly proportional to omega-3 consumption.
As a result of progressively changing our agricultural techniques throughout the years, the disappearance of omega-3s from our diets has coincided with an upsurge in omega-6s, mainly in the form of cereals, grains, and processed foods made with hydrogenated oils. Dr. Simopoulos estimates that the average American now eats approximately 16 times more omega-6s than omega-3s. These two fatty acids have a biochemical yin-and-yang relationship: While omega-3s reduce our body�??s inflammation response, omega-6s encourage it. The excess of omega-6s in our diets creates a shift in the balance, which results in a perpetual state of inflammation. The purpose of ingesting ibuprofen, Celebrex, or any other nonsteroidals is to prevent the manufacture of these inflammation molecules.
Andrew McGeehin, 83 years of age, suffered a knee injury in his 30s as a result of football. He tore up his right knee, and despite surgery and drugs, the pain gradually worsened to a point where it would wake him at night. McGeehin�??s orthopedist, Thomas Meade, M.D., suggested he take an omega-3 supplement. McGeehin began supplementing omega-3s with his usual dose of anti-inflammatory drug Voltaren. One week later, McGeehin was startled to realize that the stiffness in his knee disappeared. He was able to walk fluidly and at ease, much like a younger man.
There�??s a plethora of evidence supporting the benefit of omega-3s for joint pain. A study conducted in the University of Pittsburgh in 2006
Omega-3s act as a sort of internal ice pack, in part because they spur our bodies to produce several inflammation-inhibiting substances. Omega-3s work along the same biochemical pathway as a COX-2 inhibitor, such as Vioxx, but farther upstream, denoting that omega-3s treat the underlying problem rather than the symptoms. Emerging research indicates that this influential ability to ease inflammation is one of the ways oega-3s may help prevent a number of ailments, including:
Heart attack and stroke:
Cardiologists now believe that chronic inflammation triggers the release of artery-blocking plaque. Omega-3s lower triglycerides, make blood vessels more elastic, as well as improve electrical communication between cardiac cells, thereby preventing arrhythmia.
Alzheimer�??s disease:
Though not yet conclusive, research suggests that runaway brain inflammation may cause Alzheimer�??s disease. In a 2007 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, elderly men consumed 350 mg DHA and EPA daily experienced less cognitive decline than those who consumed only 15 mg daily.
Prostate cancer:
It�??s estimated that chronic inflammation is the culprit in 20 percent of all cancers, and that may include many cases of prostate cancer. Although a clear proof of cancer protection is still lacking, in a 2003 Harvard study, 48,000 men were tracked over a 12 year period. Researchers discovered that the men who ate fish three times a week were 25 percent less likely to develop metastatic prostate cancer than those who dined on less.
Depression:
Ohio State University researchers recently analyzed blood samples from 43 older adults and found that a high omega-6 to low omega-3 ratio corresponded to elevated inflammation and more symptoms of depression. Research suggests that supplementing with omega-3s may assist against symptoms of depression.
Prior to purchasing a fish oil supplement, several factors must be taken into consideration including purity, dosage, form, ratio, source, and antioxidants. Out of the forty-one fish-oil supplements which were tested for impurities, none was found to contain unsafe levels of mercury, PCBs, or dioxins. One explanation is that many brands are now molecularly distilled to remove any possible contaminants. In regards to dosage, the total milligrams should be ignored, while focusing instead on the combined EPA and DHA. An ideal supplement should contain 500 milligrams per dose or serving. Fish-oil Supplements either come in liquid or capsular form. They are equally effective in delivering omega-3s into the bloodstream. The ratio of EPA to DHA used in research varies, however most commonly a 3:2 ratio of EPA to DHA is used. Any source of fish oil supplementation will adequately meet omega-3 deficiencies. Supplements made from algae oil contain only DHA, and those made from flaxseed oil have ALA. Omega-3s may quickly lose their potency as a result of free radical disruption. An increase in antioxidant consumption may assist in neutralizing these free radicals.[/quote]
well hahaaa damn
Im glad i take it!
I didn’t realize that was what helped him. Thanks for posting it.
Well, its one of several things. But the guy received 15,000mg of EPA and DHA every day…
That’s 15g of fish oil. Pretty good stuff.
Anyway, fish and flax oil is supposed to help with physical longevity and muscle recovery. Good evidence, here.
I was looking for information of ground Flax today and found conflicting reports as it pertains to males. It seems some docs are saying that flax supplementation can worsen prostate cancer. Some guy named Dr. Wong (that Mike Mahler likes) says that Flax is highly estrogenic and should be avoided like soy. I am very confused by all of this - any commentary would be greatly appreciated!
yeah; more info on flax…i’ve been taking it for about a month now. along with lots of fish oil :)! yum!
Here’s the strongest fish oil I could find. Carlson’s is a good company. I haven’t bought the bottle in this link yet, but I will soon. i only have their normal one now.
How do u guys take Flax seed?
I just got it in liquid form, so like do u take shots of it or what?
i have liquid gels caps i use
At age 64, I take 12 of the 1000 fish oil a day, ands believe it helps. It helped convince me that is was the right thing when Charles Poliquin remarked that it was …“an essential”. Further google any illness + fish oil and you will find some pleasant surprises.
yea at night i usually take 3000mg fish oil and 3000mg of flaxseed oil