Do Omega-3 Fish Oil Products Really Work?
There are many pre-operative tests that are performed prior to a patient having plastic surgery. The element that plastic and cosmetic surgery is purely elective and not a necessity makes surgical planning and preparation important. To be considered a surgical candidate in Dr. Alexander’s Las Vegas practice you need to have stable health and a healthy heart. There is a popular trend with the use of improving heart health by taking Omega-3 Fish Oil supplements, but do they really work?
Research indicates that the omega-3 fatty acids, like those found in fish oil may have benefits on maintaining a healthy heart. The American Heart Association and several other respected medical groups also agree that certain kinds of omega-3 supplements may also help promote healthy blood vessels, improve overall brain, joint and skin health, and support blood flow and circulation.
If you are looking to benefit from all the possibilities above, you have to be selective about which omega-3 supplement you buy. Some are sourced from sea life that are not considered fish or do not have the necessary dosage of omega-3 to be effective. Other plant-sourced omega-3 supplements contain only ALA (the least beneficial of the three fatty acids). Some brands do not disclose the source of their fish oil and may contain high levels of mercury.
With so many supplements on the market how do you know if you are buying the right one? Ask yourself the following questions and speak with your primary care provider before starting any new supplement.
● Type of fish being used — is it naturally high in DHA and EPA omega 3?
● Is it properly purified — or is it dangerous?
● Is the fish caught locally to where the product is produced, ensuring freshness?
● Does the product tell you exactly what is in it?
● How many servings does it contain per bottle?
If you are considering elective breast augmentation, lift or reduction surgery, consult with your surgeon about which supplements to discontinue prior to surgery.
