FISH OIL:
Fish oils contain Omega-3 fatty acids which may have certain health benefits. This page presented by Seven Seas USA links to some stories that may be of interest for people considering increasing the amount of Omega-3 in their diet. Not all of these stories specifically mention fish oil, but all do mention Omega-3 which is contained in fish oil.

American Heart Association
The American Heart Association offers perspectives and recommendations about Omega 3. Text on the AHA page includes:

“Omega-3 fatty acids benefit the heart of healthy people, and those at high risk of — or who have — cardiovascular disease.

We recommend eating fish (particularly fatty fish) at least two times a week.”

“Patients taking more than 3 grams of omega-3 fatty acids from supplements should do so only under a physician’s care. High intakes could cause excessive bleeding in some people.”

“Šcoronary artery disease patients may not be able to get enough omega-3 by diet alone. These people may want to talk to their doctor about taking a supplement.”
(source: http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4632)



American Heart Association dietary guidelines
American Heart Association Dietary Guidelines. Links to many articles on Omega-3. When using Internet Explorer, search on this page by using Edit / Find on this page. Use “omega-3”, not “omega 3”.

“This document presents guidelines for reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease by dietary and other lifestyle practices.”

“Consumption of 1 fatty fish meal per day (or alternatively, a fish oil supplement) could result in an omega-3 fatty acid intake (ie, EPA and DHA) of 900 mg/d, an amount shown to beneficially affect coronary heart disease mortality rates in patients with coronary disease.”
(source: http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/102/18/2284)



Omega-3 Information Service
An information site about Omega-3 fatty acids. Located in the United Kingdom, this site links to the UK-based manufacturer of Seven Seas products.

“Fat has a bad reputation. It is a word associated with obesity, heart disease and many other disease states.

However, not all fats are bad fats. The different types of dietary fat fall into three main groups: saturated; mono-unsaturated; and polyunsaturated.”
(source: A page on Fats and Fatty Acids)



FDA qualified health claims for Omega 3
From September 8, 2004, FDA Announces Qualified Health Claims for Omega-3 Fatty Acids press release.

“The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced the availability of a qualified health claim for reduced risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) on conventional foods that contain eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) omega-3 fatty acids.

Typically, EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids are contained in oily fish, such as salmon, lake trout, tuna and herring. These fatty acids are not essential to the diet; however, scientific evidence indicates that these fatty acids may be beneficial in reducing CHD (Coronary heart disease)”
(source: http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/news/2004/NEW01115.html)



Dr. Joseph Mercola
Dr Mercola summarizes some research about the importance of Omega-3 in diets.

“A Purdue University study has showed that kids low in Omega-3 essential fatty acids are significantly more likely to be hyperactive, have learning disorders, and to display behavioral problems.”

“In fact, researchers believe that about 60% of Americans are deficient in Omega-3 fatty acids, and about 20% have so little that test methods cannot even detect any in their blood.”
(source: http://www.mercola.com/2001/sep/8/omega_3.htm)



Results of a test of increasing Omega 3 in children
News story from the BBC about a research project of increasing Omega-3 in children’s diets through supplements.

“The results have not yet been published, but they are expected to show a statistically significant improvement in school performance in the group of children given Omega 3 supplements. This does not mean that every child benefited from the treatment - many did not. But according to Portwood, about 40% of children showed some clear improvement.”
(source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/humanbody/mind/articles/intelligenceandmemory/omega_three.shtml)



Here are Seven Seas products containing Fish Oil:
Seven Seas Cod Liver Oil
Seven Seas Cod Liver Oil Plus - has vitamins and supplements
Seven Seas Jointcare includes Cod Liver Oil
Seven Seas Jointcare Glucosamine and Chondroitin includes Cod Liver Oil
Seven Seas Jointcare Projoint
Seven Seas Jointcare Jointmax
Seven Seas Haliborange Omega-3 Fish Oil Chews for children
Seven Seas Sportflex - a multinutrient capsule