Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Prevent ALS Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Prevent ALS
A new analysis of diet from more than 1 million people followed for up to 24 years has shown an inverse association between intake of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids and risk for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Neurology and Neurosurgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape Neurology and Neurosurgery Headlines - July 15, 2014 Category: Neurology Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery News Source Type: news
Omtryg (Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters A Capsules) - updated on RxList
(Source: RxList - New and Updated Drug Monographs)
Source: RxList - New and Updated Drug Monographs - May 5, 2014 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news
Life-threatening Atherosclerosis Now Affordably Treatable
AffordRx offers free discount cards for Lovaza and other atherosclerosis medications.(PRWeb March 19, 2014)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/03/prweb11684216.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - March 19, 2014 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Supplements not associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease in elderly
Daily dietary supplements of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (also found in fish) or lutein and zeaxanthin (nutrients found in green leafy vegetables) were not associated with reduced risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in elderly patients with the eye disease age-related macular degeneration. Diet studies have suggested that increased intake of fish, a source of omega (ω)-3 fatty acids, can reduce rates of cardiac death, death from all other causes and heart attack. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - March 18, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Studies Provide Little Support For Guidelines On Dietary Fats And Supplements
The precise cardiovascular effect of dietary fats and supplements has been the subject of heated controversy. Although there is no strong supporting evidence from clinical trials, current guidelines tend to discourage or minimize the role of saturated fats and trans fats and to encourage the intake of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Two new studies published today help clarify some of the issues. Both studies demonstrate the shaky underpinnings of the guidelines but are unlikely to provide firm support for a new perspective on these issues. (Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News)
Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News - March 17, 2014 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Larry Husten Source Type: news
Study in Mice Adds to Knowledge About Fish Oil Components and Immunity
Results of a recent study in mice suggest that omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) can target immune cells—specifically B cells, a type of white blood cell—and enhance immunity. The researchers, from East Carolina University and Michigan State University, suggest the study findings could have implications for helping people who are obese fight infections. The study, funded in part by NCCAM, appears in the Journal of Lipid Research. (Source: NCCAM Featured Content)
Source: NCCAM Featured Content - December 11, 2013 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: NCCAM Source Type: news
Omega-3 does not fight cognitive decline, study shows
There have been many studies advocating how omega-3 fatty acids can benefit our health. But a new study suggests that high levels of omega-3 are of no benefit to cognitive decline in older women. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are types of fats commonly found in plant and marine life. Of particular interest to nutritionists and health care professionals are two types of omega-3 acids - DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) - due to their rumored health benefits... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - September 26, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Eating fish or nuts does not fight cognitive decline
There have been many studies advocating how omega-3 fatty acids can benefit our health. But a new study suggests that high levels of omega-3 are of no benefit to cognitive decline in older women. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are types of fats commonly found in plant and marine life. Of particular interest to nutritionists and health care professionals are two types of omega-3 acids - DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) - due to their rumored health benefits... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - September 26, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Study: omega-3 does not combat cognitive decline
There have been many studies advocating how omega-3 fatty acids can benefit our health. But a new study suggests that high levels of omega-3 are of no benefit to cognitive decline in older women. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are types of fats commonly found in plant and marine life. Of particular interest to nutritionists and health care professionals are two types of omega-3 acids - DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) - due to their rumored health benefits... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - September 26, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
GSK statement in response to patent ruling reversal on Lovaza
GlaxoSmithKline confirmed today that the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has ruled against Pronova Biopharma Norge AS in its patent litigation regarding Lovaza® (omega-3-acid ethyl esters). (Source: GSK news)
Source: GSK news - September 13, 2013 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Generic versions of high cholesterol drug Lovaza can be developed, rules judge
A US appeals court ruled on this week that drug companies can develop generic versions of fish oil-derived, high-cholesterol drug Lovaza. (Source: Pharmaceutical Technology)
Source: Pharmaceutical Technology - September 12, 2013 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
The ‘greening’ of pharma: a growing trend
ANH-Intl investigates the implications of pharma importing its tried and tested methods of patent protection, legal threat and monopoly to the world of natural health (Source: Alliance for Natural Health)
Source: Alliance for Natural Health - July 24, 2013 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Sophie Tags: europe folate folic acid Fusilev GlaxoSmithKline Gnosis greening greenwashing GSK international leucovorin Lovaza Merck Metafolin patent protection pharma University of South Alabama Source Type: news
High Levels of Fish Oil May Boost Risk for Prostate CancerHigh Levels of Fish Oil May Boost Risk for Prostate Cancer
High serum levels of long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids were associated with an increased risk, especially for high-grade disease. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - July 19, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news
Higher Intake of Marine Omega-3 Fatty Acids Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Risk (FREE)
By Amy Orciari Herman
High intake of marine omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, but not other types of omega-3s, is associated with reduced risk for breast cancer, according to a BMJ … (Source: Physician's First Watch current issue)
Source: Physician's First Watch current issue - June 28, 2013 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
