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Dr. Martinsen and Dr. Chalmers discussing melatonin and omega-3 at the whiteboard

Omega-3 & Melatonin: Not Just for Better Sleep

Published by Anne-Marie Chalmers, MD
Categories Brain Health, Cancer, Freshness, Omega-3, Sleep
Tags aging, chronic inflammation, DHA, EPA, fatty acids, melatonin, Omega Restore, oxidative stress
3 years ago

“I don’t need melatonin – I sleep like a log.” That’s what many say when they hear about Omega Restore (a combination of omega-3s, vitamin D3, and melatonin). It’s true that melatonin influences our sleep and helps regulate our circadian rhythm. But melatonin’s effects extend far beyond getting a good night’s rest. Today, melatonin is […]

13 August

Liquid fish oil being poured onto a measuring spoon

5 Mistakes People Make When Taking Liquid Fish Oil

Published by Anne-Marie Chalmers, MD
Categories Dose, Freshness, Omega-3
Tags fish oil capsules, Omega Cure, Omega Cure Extra Strength, Omega Restore, omega-3 dose, rancid fish oil
4 years ago

If you are already taking a liquid fish oil product, give yourself a big pat on the back! You’ve clearly done your research, and pay attention to the details. You realize that for an omega-3 oil to be effective, you need a high-quality product that’s fresh, easy-to-swallow, and absorbs efficiently. Over the two decades I’ve […]

11 August

5 Tips for Relieving Chronic Dry Eye Symptoms

Published by Anne-Marie Chalmers, MD
Categories Dose, Eye Health, Freshness
Tags chronic inflammation, cod liver oil, dry eyes, fresh fish oil, Omega Cure Extra Strength, omega-3 supplements
5 years ago

From saline eye drop solutions to topical lubricants, Americans spend an astounding $3.8 billion on dry eye symptom relief every year (1). Not only are many of these treatments inconvenient and uncomfortable to apply, but often the results are also disappointing. Current research suggests that chronic inflammation is at the heart of most dry eye […]

28 September

Is Rancid Fish Oil Safe to Consume?

Published by Anne-Marie Chalmers, MD
Categories Freshness, Omega-3
Tags DHA, EPA, fatty acids, fish oil purity, Omega Cure, omega-3 fish oil, omega-3 products, omega-3 supplements, rancid fish oil
5 years ago

Think about fish oil. If your gut reaction is “yuck,” you are in good company. Whether it’s from remembering Grandma’s cod liver oil or taking those horse-pills in the cupboard, most people believe that fish oil ought to taste bad. We put up with the unpleasant fish oil smell and taste because, well, it’s hard […]

2 September

12 Myths About Omega-3 Fish Oil Supplements

Published by Bo Martinsen, MD
Categories Dose, Freshness, Full-Spectrum Fish Oil, Omega-3
Tags ALA, chia seeds, concentrated omega-3 supplements, DHA, EPA, fish oil capsules, fishy burps, flaxseed, fresh fish oil, Omega Cure, omega-3 fish oil, omega-3 supplements
5 years ago

According to the National Center for Health Statistics, fish oil is now the most commonly used non-vitamin, non-mineral supplement in the USA (1). But just as omega-3 fish oil has grown in popularity, so has the misinformation and confusion surrounding this powerful nutrient. Let’s clear up 12 of the most common myths about omega-3 fish […]

28 July

fish salmon cod liver krill oil daily supplement nutritional value

Why the Source of Your Omega-3 Fatty Acids Matters

Published by Bo Martinsen, MD
Categories Dose, Freshness, Omega-3
Tags cod liver oil, DHA, EPA, fish oil capsules, fresh fish oil, krill oil, Omega Cure, rancid fish oil, salmon oil, vitamin A, vitamin-D
5 years ago

Today, the omega-3 industry is specializing more than ever. On the supermarket shelf, you don’t just find fish oil any longer, but a broad range of products under that main heading, including cod liver, salmon, and even krill oil. While all of these sources contain EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids, the composition and nutritional profiles […]

6 April

Making Sense of Fish Oil Oxidation Values

Published by Bo Martinsen, MD
Categories Freshness
Tags anisidine value, fresh fish oil, Omega Cure, Omega Cure Extra Strength, peroxide value, rancid fish oil, TOTOX value
5 years ago

A fish oil manufacturer recently visited our office and gave us two samples of a “super fresh, award-winning” fish oil. She wanted to know if we’d be interested in using the oil in our Omega3 Innovations products. Her lab data showed that the oil had been analyzed by a national company and that the oxidation […]

10 February

What Makes Omega Cure Fresher Than Other Fish Oils?

Published by omega3innovations
Categories Freshness
Tags cod liver oil, fish oil capsules, fresh fish oil, Omega Cure, rancid fish oil
6 years ago

It’s no secret that many omega-3 fish oils on the market are rancid. Several independent studies have found that the majority of surveyed omega-3 products have a peroxide value above 5 mEq/kg — the limit of what’s considered “fresh” — long before the official expiration date. And as numerous scientists have discussed, such high oxidation […]

10 July

Is Fish Oil Beneficial or Not? 9 Questions You Need to Ask

Published by Anne-Marie Chalmers, MD
Categories Dose, Freshness, Full-Spectrum Fish Oil, Omega-3
Tags chronic inflammation, cod liver oil, concentrated omega-3 supplements, dry eyes, fish oil, heart health, omega-3 dose, omega-6
6 years ago

Omega-3 supplements have taken a publicity hit recently. In March, a much-cited JAMA meta-analysis found that omega-3 supplements provided no significant protection against “major vascular events.” And more recently, a study from the National Institute for Health (NIH) found that omega-3 supplements had no significant benefits for dry eyes compared to an olive oil placebo. […]

30 April

Rancid fish oil capsules prostate cancer risk

Is There a Link Between Rancid Fish Oil and Prostate Cancer?

Published by Bo Martinsen, MD
Categories Cancer, Freshness, Omega-3
Tags cancer, DHA, EPA, fresh fish oil, Omega Cure, omega-3 fish oil, omega-3 supplements, prostate health
6 years ago

In 2013, a study from Ohio State University found that men with the highest amount of omega-3 fatty acids in their blood also had the highest risk of getting prostate cancer. The national media craze that ensued created a lot of worry about fish oil. And five years later, we still get questions about whether […]

19 January

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