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I recommend supplementing with krill oil, another fish-body oil or Algal DHA to supply your dog with a good source of omega-3's.
Dr. Karen Becker: What You Need to Know About Feeding Your Aging Pet Dr. Karen Becker 2011
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They also have a powerful anti-inflammatory effect in the body versus omega-6 fats, which are thought to be pro-inflammatory, thus working against the benefits of omega-3's.
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I recommend supplementing with krill oil, another fish-body oil or Algal DHA to supply your dog with a good source of omega-3's.
Dr. Karen Becker: What You Need to Know About Feeding Your Aging Pet Dr. Karen Becker 2011
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The most potent omega-3's, EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are used by the cells of your body to make powerful chemicals that help to maintain normal cell function under conditions of stress.
Leo Galland, M.D.: Why Medication Can Be Dangerous to Your Health 2010
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Seeking to educate the wider public about the importance of omega-3's and other dietary fats I made them a cornerstone of my first two books Superimmunity for Kids and, Power Healing, Use the New Integrated Medicine to Cure Yourself.
Leo Galland, M.D.: Why Medication Can Be Dangerous to Your Health 2010
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Equally gratifying is a body of research that demonstrates omega-3's contributions to the fight against cognitive decline, conceivably helping to stave off and minimize the onset of dementia and Alzheimers.
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I'm pretty sure you're all familiar by now with the advantages of getting plenty of omega-3's in your diet, but let's reiterate a few for when you need to convince that last recalcitrant meat-eater in the family.
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When we eat large amounts of omega-6 fats, these compete with the omega-3's, which affects not only inflammation, but can also increase diseases linked to inflammation.
Susan B. Dopart, M.S., R.D.: Lunching for Longevity: Anti-Inflammatory Eating 2010
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But omega-3's are not the only benefit that can be gleaned from the delicate flesh of the halibut.
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And many studies have demonstrated omega-3's ability to protect against numerous cancers, including colorectal, ovarian, kidney, and digestive tract.
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