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OmegaAdvance Highlights
Suggested Use: take a total of 1-2 softgels daily, with meals.
Note: pregnant or lactating women or individuals with medical conditions should consult a physician before using.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are important fatty acids concentrated in fish such as salmon, sardines and tuna. They belong to a family of essential nutrients known as omega-3 fatty acids.
The typical American diet is higher in fatty acids from the omega-6 family compared to the omega-3s. Experts agree that achieving a better balance of these fatty acid families is a healthful goal.
EPA and DHA have been linked to health benefits throughout life: from proper fetal development to healthy aging (1). Researchers have long been interested in the omega-3s for their anti-inflammatory properties, as inflammation is believed to underlie many chronic diseases (2).
Omega-3s: Important Part of a Healthy Diet
DHA is highly concentrated in the eye’s retina, particularly within photoreceptors (rods and cones). Omega-3s help fight oxidative stress and regulate inflammation in the retina, helping protect nerve cells and vessels. Notably, DHA deficiencies have been implicated in macular health decline (3).
Whether consuming more omega-3s can help maintain visual wellness is the subject of ongoing investigation. Although fish oil supplements were not found to provide extra protection for those with intermediate to advanced AMD in the Age-related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2) (4), a meta-analysis (review of studies) reports that at least bi-weekly fish intake is associated with lower risk of developing early stage age-related macular degeneration (AMD) (5). Regular omega-3 intake over a 10-year period also reduced the risk of developing AMD in a recent, large-scale study (6).
EPA and DHA are also highly concentrated in brain tissue where they are needed for continuous maintenance of brain cells. Brain levels of DHA may decrease with age (7) and low levels are linked with poorer cognitive function (8) – the ability to process, store, retrieve and use information. Promising preliminary clinical evidence suggests increased omega-3 intake improves mood and/or learning and memory in older people with mild cognitive impairment (9-10). Consuming omega-3s may also improve memory in young adults with low omega-3 intake (11). Further research is needed to confirm the potential benefits of omega-3s for cognitive health.
A wealth of observational and clinical research evidence suggests omega-3s support cardiovascular health – positively influencing triglyceride levels, resting heart rate, blood pressure, and blood vessel function in studies.
While there have been inconsistent findings from studies looking at the cardiovascular benefits of fish oil (12,13), results of the Cardiovascular Health Study (14) are noteworthy. The 14-year study found that in older adults with no history of cardiovascular disease (CVD), omega-3 levels from fish (equivalent to 2 servings weekly of fatty fish) were linked with lower overall risk of death, and lower rate of death from CVD, particularly abnormal heart rhythms (cardiac arrhythmias). This underscores the American Heart Association’s advice to eat at least 2 servings of fish per week. Supplements Can Help Close Dietary Gaps
It’s estimated that Americans would need to triple their EPA and DHA consumption to meet the 2010 Dietary Guidelines recommendation of 250 mg EPA and DHA daily (15,16). Supplements can help close that gap for those who eat fish infrequently. For higher levels not easily obtained through diet alone, supplements offer a practical alternative.
How is OmegaAdvance® Unique?
New! OmegaAdvance delivers 1,000 mg of EPA and DHA and utilizes the more rapidly absorbed triglyceride (TG) form. This fish oil is sourced from small-bodied fish from pristine, deep waters with significantly less environmental impurities. This fish oil, which undergoes further purification to help eliminate mercury and other marine contaminants, has achieved verification by the US Pharmacopoeia (USP®), the most rigorous quality assurance verification in the world.
The levels of lutein and zeaxanthin in OmegaAdvance nearly doubles the typical dietary intake. Plentiful in green leafy vegetables, these nutrients work to protect the eye's retina from damaging blue light. Absorption of lutein and zeaxanthin is also enhanced by the fatty acids in OmegaAdvance.
OmegaAdvance is a perfect add-on to other ScienceBased Health formulations.
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"We use OmegaAdvance on the advice of our Ophthalmologist and with concurrence of our family physician. Both of them were highly in favor of the lutein and the omega to promote both eye health and circulation."
S. Grossmann, Haddon Heights, NJ
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PRICE: $45.95
30 day supply: 60 capsules | Bundle Discount: $5.00 (Deducted for each OmegaAdvance bottle purchased with 1 bottle of another SBH vision product)