Beyond the basic maintenance of cells in a person’s body, initial research has linked omega-3 fatty acids with various other health benefits and it's also known for a great benefit to woman's health.
Many women take Omega-3 pills, supplements in various ways from early ages to get the most out of it and see the great benefit from it for their health.
May reduce inflammation
According to an article in the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, research has shown DHA and EPA to reduce the process of inflammation, which has links to various cardiovascular illnesses.
May reduce the chance of heart attack
According to the ODS, there is some evidence that taking omega-3 supplements may reduce the risk of a person having a heart attack.
And according to the National Centre for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), researchers have shown omega-3s to help lower a person’s triglyceride levels. Triglycerides are fats, and if a person has an excess of these, they are more at risk of cardiovascular diseases.
May help combat obesity
An article in The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry states that research in humans is yet to show omega-3 supplements to help a person lose weight. They may be able to help a person stop putting weight back on, however, although it is not clear precisely how they may do this.
May contribute to infant health
The NCCIH highlight a study that shows that the children of mothers who took a high-dose fish oil supplement were less likely to develop asthma than the children of mothers who took a placebo. However, the NCCIH also note that other studies contradict this finding.
May help fight depression and anxiety
Depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the world. Symptoms include sadness, lethargy and a general loss of interest in life. Anxiety, also a common disorder, is characterized by constant worry and nervousness.
Interestingly, studies indicate that people who consume omega-3s regularly are less likely to be depressed.
What's more, when people with depression or anxiety start taking omega-3 supplements, their symptoms improve.