What does fish oil capsules do for your body?

If you’re anything like me, the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of fish oil is..well…fish. But did you know that those little capsules can have a big impact on your overall health? Don’t believe me? Keep reading, and we’ll dive into what exactly these tiny pills are capable of.

The Nitty-Gritty Basics

Before we get into the fun stuff, let’s go over some quick facts about just what fish oil actually is:

  • Fish oil is extracted from fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel, and anchovies.
  • It contains two important omega-3 fatty acids: eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
  • These omega-3s may help reduce inflammation in the body – a major contributing factor to many chronic diseases.

Now that we’ve got that out of the way, let’s talk specifics!

Benefits for Heart Health

First up on our list – heart health! According to some studies conducted (1) , supplementing with EPA and DHA-rich fish oil can provide numerous benefits to our cardiovascular system including but not limited to:

  • Lowering levels of triglycerides (2)
  • Reducing blood pressure
  • Improving arterial function
  • Decreasing risk factors more prone towards heart abnormalities
  • Considerably reducing chances for cardiac failure

All pretty impressive if you ask me! But wait..there’s more.

Brain Boost

Brain functionality improves when individuals consume sufficient amounts of its essential fats. Omega 3 from supplements or marine life found EFA’s appear helpful in offering additional benefit than damage/ harm or reduction caused by environmental toxins at higher stages during lifetime – avers research carried out by Dean Sherzai M.D., director/co-founder Healthy Minds Initiative (3)

  • Improved cognitive function
  • Reduced risk of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s (4)

Now, can I speak bluntly? It looks like regular fish oil capsules might actually start to resemble ‘limitless’ pills (again my apologies for bluntness).

Eye Health

They say eyes are the windows to the soul – but did you know they’re also a window into your cardiovascular system? Studies have shown (5) that taking omega-3 supplements may lead to a decreased risk of macular degeneration – an incurable eye disease responsible for vision loss among older adults.

In fact, one study found that women who followed specific dietary practices resulting in consumption of more EPA and DHA were 38% less prone towards developing age-linked macular failure (6)

So pass me those fishy pills please!

Skin and Hair Benefits

Fish oil has essential Omega 3 fatty acids — docosahexaenoic acid(DHA), eicosapentaenoic (EPA) acid; it revives dull-looking skin/hair/skin by adding moisture. Supple skin will result from consuming sufficient amounts regularly either through supplements or natural marine sources rich in them. Omega 3 is believed added help minimize environmental damage due to excessive exposure/unexplained bouts of acne flare-up etc as mentioned in various wellness journals across medical institutions globally(7) .

Better hair/ scalp health with vitality
Improved hydration levels/ nutritional benefit is directly translated into better conditions leading to improved appearance or feel

Is there anything these tiny capsules CAN’T do? Actually..they may just be able to add gut health onto their resume.

Some research indicates consumption of omega-2 EFA’s contained within fish oils play vital role affecting improvement promoting healthy gut microbiota while preventing harmful bacteria growth proliferation thereby enhancing gastrointestinal immune stench (8)

So, while it may sound counterintuitive, taking fish oil capsules can actually benefit our stomachs too!

While it’s easy to get lost in the benefits of any one supplement/treatment/foodstuff for your health, don’t forget that proper balance is key. Consultation with medical personnel is recommended before starting any supplements as individual body conditions and allergic complications have a vital role globally irrespective of gender or age.

As always — stay balanced,fishy-superheroes!

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