Food for the brain


Daily Dose: Omega-3


According to research, Omega 3 is many benefits which could link to the academic success of students.

 Here are some of the benefits for students:


  • reduces ADHD type symptoms
  • reduces the risk of strokes
  • sharpens memory
  • improves ability to learn and concentrate
  • enhances mood and emotional well-being


    •  A key ingredient in Omega 3 is DHA. According to Dr Oz, we will a dail dose of DHA (600 to 1000 mg) from supplements is preferable to reap the health benefits. You have a choice of taking a fish oil supplement or one derived from algae or krill, a shrimp-like crustacean.

    Quality matters
    What to look for when buying fish-oil supplements (http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/daily-dose-omega-3):
    • Fish oil supplements vary in the amounts and ratios of DHA and EPA they contain. For example, salmon oil naturally contains more DHA than EPA; a supplement derived from algae may only contain DHA. Krill oil contains significant amounts of both EPA and DHA. Read the labels and remember whatever supplement you buy, it must have at least 600 mg of DHA.
    • Be aware that only about one-third of the oil from fish is rich in EPA and DHA. Many supplements also contain vitamin E or other antioxidants to stabilize the oils and prevent them from becoming rancid. If you choose to buy a fish-oil supplement, check the label carefully to see if it recommends refrigeration to prevent spoiling.
    • Most brands of fish oil have been proven safe, free of detectable traces of mercury, and do not contain unsafe levels of PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls), a toxin and pollutant believed to pose various health threats. To avoid contaminants in an unrefined supplement, it's best to choose a fish-oil supplement made from small, oily fish like anchovy, sardines or menhaden.
    If you are looking for a good source of Omega 3, we would recommend this one here:
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    More information about the benefits of Omega 3 can be found here:
    http://learningfundamentals.com.au/blog/brain-booster-in-a-capsule-omega-3/

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