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People with More of These Nutrients in Their Blood Tend to Live Longer, Healthier Lives

January 07, 2022Ballstad NO Staff Account

Staying vibrant later in life isn’t just about adding years—it’s about preserving energy, mobility, and clarity. Among the nutrients that help, the long-chain omega-3s EPA and DHA stand out.

3 Ways Older Adults Can Train Their Brains as They Age

January 07, 2022Ballstad NO Staff Account

Brains age uniquely. You can tilt the odds in your favor by challenging your mind, moving your body, and supporting your biology—omega-3s included. None of these is a cure for...

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The Study that Could Turn the Tide for Omega-3s EPA and DHA

January 07, 2022Ballstad NO Staff Account

In late August, the ASCEND trial in the New England Journal of Medicine reported that adding fish oil (EPA+DHA) to standard care in people with diabetes didn’t meaningfully cut overall...

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RESEARCH UPDATE: Removing trans fats from food supply resulted in fewer cardiovascular-related hospital admissions

January 07, 2022Ballstad NO Staff Account

Policy moved first, manufacturers followed, blood levels fell—and now hard outcomes are catching up. The New York county data link trans-fat restrictions to fewer heart attacks and strokes, and the...

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New Research: How Omega-3 Dosage Impacts Heart Benefits

January 07, 2022Ballstad NO Staff Account

Given the strength of the new dose–response data, GOED now advises at least 1,000 mg/day of combined EPA+DHA for general cardiovascular support—higher than prior 500 mg/day guidance. Your optimal amount...

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Many People Believe They’re Deficient in Key Nutrients Like Vitamin D and Omega-3 — And They’re Probably Rig

January 06, 2022Ballstad NO Staff Account

Winter reliably lowers vitamin D synthesis, and many people already fall short on omega-3s. The pandemic didn’t change human biology—but it did highlight how essential these nutrients are to feeling...

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What Do Your Prenatal DHA Test Results Mean?

January 06, 2022Ballstad NO Staff Account

The Prenatal DHA Test shows how much docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)—an essential omega-3 fat—is circulating in your blood during pregnancy. That single figure helps you understand whether your current diet and...