Boost Your Cardiovascular Health with Omega-3 Fish Oil
This month, we’re continuing our focus on cardiovascular health, building on our previous discussion about D3K2 and the crucial role of K2 in supporting heart health.
But you can’t talk about cardiovascular health without mentioning omega-3 fish oil!
While omega-3 works quite differently than K2, the research supporting its benefits is just as compelling.
For instance, data from the Framingham Heart Study shows that omega-3 levels (referred to as the "omega-3 index") are as strong a predictor of total mortality from cardiovascular disease as smoking! Yes you read that correctly.
Other studies have shown that cardiovascular risk factors such as blood pressure, heart rate, and heart rate variability (HRV) all improve with optimal omega-3 levels.
Why Omega-3 is a Game Changer for Heart Health
Omega-3s are critical because they reduce inflammation, improve metabolic health, and improve other key cardiovascular metrics. But here’s the catch—95% of North Americans are severely deficient in omega-3, with most people having levels under 4%. This is concerning because science has shown that an omega-3 index this low increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
On the other hand, an omega-3 index of 8-11%, considered optimal for heart health, is typical in regions like Japan, where fish intake is higher.
How to Boost Your Omega-3 Levels
We’ve got some simple strategies to help you optimize your omega-3 levels:
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Cut back on processed foods, which are high in omega-6 fatty acids and therefore compete with/lower omega-3 in the body.
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Eat fatty fish—wild-caught, if possible—whenever your budget allows.
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Supplement with high-quality omega-3 fish oil to ensure you're filling in the gaps and supporting optimal heart health.
Why Choose atplabs Omega-3 Fish Oil?
Our omega-3 supplements are IFOS certified, meaning they’re rigorously tested for contamination and oxidation to guarantee the highest quality. With atplabs omega-3 fish oil, you can rest easy knowing you’re giving your heart the support it needs.
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References:
von Schacky, Clemens. “Omega-3 index in 2018/19.” The Proceedings of the Nutrition Society, 1-7. 11 May. 2020, doi:10.1017/S0029665120006989
McBurney, Michael I et al. “Using an erythrocyte fatty acid fingerprint to predict risk of all-cause mortality: the Framingham Offspring Cohort.” The American journal of clinical nutrition vol. 114,4 (2021): 1447-1454. doi:10.1093/ajcn/nqab195
