Tuna Fish, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Farm Raised Salmon Omega-3 Fatty Acids and

More Fish Revealed

In the United States, we eat a lot of three fish: tuna, salmon, and increasingly, talapia (which is
appearing on more and more restaurant menus).

Therefore many of us are curious to know: how much omega-3 and fish oil in talapia, what is the
level of farm raised salmon omega-3 fatty acid content, and tuna fish, omega-3 fatty acids.

Unfortunately, the answer to the question: how much omega-3 and fish oil in talapia, is that
there isn't much.

This is because the general rule of thumb is: the oilier the fish, the more omega-3 fatty acids it
contains. And the healthier oilier type fish are usually the ones that live in deep, cold Ocean
waters.

By contrast. talapia is a lean, whitefish that lives in freshwater. It isn't oily and has a scarce
amount of omega-3 and is not a good choice.

What about farm raised salmon omega-3 fatty acid content? Well, salmon is normally a great
source. But the problem with farm raised fish is that the fish are no longer eating their natural
diets. And it is the fish's diet that is largely responsible for its omega-3 fatty acid content.

Salmon in the wild eat shrimp and krill and other things...which give its flesh a natural pink color.

Farm raised salmon may be fed corn meal! This completely changes their omega 3 fatty acid
content and ratio.

Did you know that farm raised salmon have to be injected with two chemicals--canthaxanthin and
astaxanthin--to give them the pink color that wild salmon normally have? This is the result of
farm raised salmon not eating their natural diets.

Conclusion: stay away from farm raised salmon.

Tuna fish, Omega-3 fatty acids

Now, what about tuna fish? Tuna has two problems: it isn't naturally that high in omega-3 fatty
acids and it tends to concentrate toxins it picks up from Ocean pollutants. Serious toxins such as
mercury, lead, and PCB's. This is because tuna can grow very large and this allows ample time
and space for industrial toxins to build up in its flesh.

Now, before you conclude that this is all bad news, feel free to enjoy your farm raised salmon,
tuna, or talapia. Just understand that it's not as healthy for you as you think.

So, what do we recommend to get your dose of health enhancing omega-3 fatty acids? Fish oil
supplements made from cold, deep water fish.

Fish oil supplements offer two advantages: you can buy ones molecularly distilled, which means
all of the impurities and toxins are separated from the oils based on weight. The purified oils, rich
in Omega-3 fatty acids are then encapsulated and easy to take.

Second, you can choose a species of fish very naturally high in Omega-3 fatty acids. One of the
best other than wild salmon (not farm raised) is called Hoki. Hoki is a cold, deep water fish that
thrives natively off the Southern coast of New Zealand.

Other than wild salmon and Hoki another good source of rich omega-3 fish are sardines.
INGREDIENTS:

Vitamin E (as natural d-alpha tocopherol), Salmon fish oil, Eicosapentaenoic acid, Docosahexaenoic acid, gelatin.

Fish oil can play an important role in the maintenance of your good health and well-being. Salmon Omega-3™ is:

• Molecularly distilled to ensure exceptionally pure oil.

• Includes vitamin E to protect oil from oxidative rancidity.
• Formulated to deliver higher levels of EPA and DHA than other fish oil products.
• Supportive research shows that consumption of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart
disease.
• One serving of Salmon Omega-3™ provides 30 IU of d-Alpha Tocopherol, 180 milligrams of EPA and 120 milligrams of
DHA omega-3 fatty acids.

RESEARCH BRIEF

Fish and fish oil receive increasing amounts of media attention as scientific evidence continues to provide information on
their potential health benefits, the most notable being their ability to support normal heart function. In fact, the heart-health
benefits of fish oil are so compelling, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has stated that, "Supportive but not
conclusive research shows that consumption of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart
disease."

In addition to its profound heart-health benefits, fish oil also plays a fundamental role in the development and maintenance
of brain and nervous functions such as preservation of memory and mental clarity.*

In 2002 the FDA approved supplementation of DHA in infant formula. DHA is potentially important in fetal and infant neural
development, in that DHA and arachidonic acid have been shown to be incorporated into brain and retinal cell membranes—
particularly during the third trimester and early infant life. Clinical research also suggests that fish oil can help support proper
brain function. Fish oil supports the eyes and helps maintain early development of vision.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Salmon Omega-3 was formulated to:

• Lower triglycerides by inhibiting lipogenesis and stimulating fatty acid oxidation in the liver*
• Supports regular heart beats
• Helps to maintain normal blood flow*
• Maintain a healthy blood pressure*
• Help stabilize support vitality and general feelings of well-being*
• Support the immune system
• Supportive but not conclusive research shows that consumption of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk
of coronary heart disease*

SCIENCE

Fish oil contains essential fatty acids known as omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. The two main omega-3 fatty acids in
fish oil, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) have been shown to influence important biological
functions.

DHA is the predominant structural fatty acid in the central nervous system and in the retina of the eyes. Thus, the availability
of DHA is crucial for fetal and brain development and is also important for the maintenance of brain functions in adult life.
DHA also helps to maintain brain fluidity and may help in the maintenance of cognitive functions. Some studies suggest that
adequate DHA supports vision.*

EPA supports the synthesis of important compounds in the body. EPA is the precursor of thromboxane and leukotriene,
compounds involved in supporting healthy circulation. They also promote healthy blood vessels.*

FAQs

Q. Who May Benefit From Supplementing with Fish Oils?

A. Anybody that needs support for a healthy heart and circulation. Pregnant and nursing mothers (Speak with your doctor to
see if this product is right for you before use.)

Q. How much fish oil can I take?

A. The U.S. National Institutes of Health recommends 650 mg of EPA and DHA per day. Individuals with a known risk of
heart disease should take approximately 1000 mg per day. The American Heart Association recommends fish oil capsules
for patients with severely high triglycerides. One serving of Salmon Omega-3 contains 1030.5 mg of Salmon fish oil with 120
mg DHA and 180 mg EPA.

Note: It is also important to note that an increased adiposity (excess body fat) may reduce the blood level of these fatty
acids. Thus, such individuals may need more fish oil, even without risk of heart diseases.

Q. How Can I Trust the Quality of Fish Oils?

A. The most concern people have is the risk of fish oil contamination with pollutants such as polychlorinated biphenyls
(PCBs), dioxins and heavy metals such as mercury.
These pollutants are genuinely hazardous to health; hence the government has set limits of their levels in foods and
supplements, to ensure safety of the public. At Nutrilite™, safety is foremost and we will not consider buying fish oils rather
the organization has the permission to harvest Salmon Fish near North Pole Ocean that is free from environmental pollution
to give you purest form of Salmon fish oil that meets the specifications set by the government. We test every batch of fish oil
used in our product and ensure that it meets our stringent specifications.

Q. Is Nutrilite™ Fish Oil Different From The Competitor?

A. Yes, Nutrilite™ fish oil is better that the competitors’ because:
• Our fish oil is molecularly distilled to ensure the highest purity oil
• While most competitors use 18/12 fish oil, Nutrilite™ uses the higher quality 40/20 oil to deliver more of the EFA in less
soft gels. The higher the concentration of EPA & DHA, the more beneficial and costlier the product becomes.
• Our fish oil can be guaranteed fresh because we went the extra mile of adding vitamin E to preserve freshness and help
protect the oils against oxidative rancidity
• Some people do not like the "fishy burp," which is one reason why some people do not take fish oil
• Our fish oils are tested to ensure that they are free from pollutants
• You get more value for your money because of the higher percentage of the essential fatty acids in the oil. The higher the
concentration of EPA & DHA, the more beneficial and costlier the product becomes.
• Fewer capsules are required to meet increased needs.

Q. I get my omega-3 fatty acids from flaxseed oil…do I need to take fish oil?
A. Flaxseed provides alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) which is an omega-3 fatty acid that can be converted to EPA and DHA
through a series of metabolic processes. However, humans have a limited capability to efficiently process this conversion.
EPA and DHA from fish oil are directly incorporated into neuronal membranes to enhance their integrity and support
neuronal functions.

Q. Is There Any Risk Associated With Taking Fish Oils?

A. Fish oil may result in blood thinning, therefore may increase the risk of bleeding, easy bruising and nosebleeds in people
who are on blood thinning medications. Fish oil should also be stopped before surgery. Speak to your doctor before use if
you have a medical condition.

Q. What's the best way to get fish oil in my diet?

A. Studies have shown that many fish can contain high levels of mercury and other toxins from our polluted oceans. The
health risks of these toxins can outweigh the potential benefits of omega-3 fish oil. Currently, it appears that the safest way
to get omega-3s in your diet is from high quality, pharmaceutical grade fish oil supplements. The highest quality brands
available today refine fish oil through a complex molecular distillation process to filter out any impurities.

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Koo WW. Efficacy and safety of docosahexaenoic acid and arachidonic acid addition to infant formulas: can one buy better
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Stoll AL, Severus WE, Freeman MP, et al. Omega 3 fatty acids in bipolar disorder: a preliminary double-blind, placebo-
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Omega - 3 Fatty Acid Content

Salmon Oil 1030.5 mg

d-Alpha Tocopherol 30 IU
EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid) 180 mg
DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) 120 mg

The Truth About Omega 3

Your Guide to Omega 3, Fish Oil, EFAs, DHA, EPA, and More...

Are You Getting Enough Omega 3 Fish Oil?

The importance of Omega 3 fish oil in a balanced diet
Omega 3 fish oil is an integral part of a balanced diet. Without Omega 3 fish oil in your diet, you’re not
getting what you need in order for your body to be running at optimal performance. I’m Dr. Omega and I’m
going to tell you exactly what Omega 3 fish oil can do for you.

Introduction to Omega 3 Fish Oil

Omega 3 Fish oil is an oil that is found in fatty fish such as tuna and salmon. Omega 3 is an essential fatty
acid that your body can’t create on its own.

Cardiovascular Health
Without Omega 3 fish oil in your diet, you may suffer from trouble concentrating, high LDL cholesterol
levels, low HDL cholesterol levels and an increased risk of heart disease. Because of this, it is extremely
important to include Omega 3 Fish Oil in your diet. Omega 3 fish oil is critical in maintaining optimal
cardiovascular health.

Vision
Having adequate amounts of Omega 3 fish oil in your diet can also aid your vision. Omega 3 fatty acids play
a critical part in the functions of the neurological tissues including the tissues in the brain and retina.

Maintaining Healthy Weight

In addition to assisting in cardiovascular health and vision, Omega 3 fish oil can help with maintaining
healthy weight. While Omega 3 fish oil itself won’t help reduce weight, it does assist in the release of fat
from cells when on a calorie-restricted diet.

Depression
While the physical benefits of Omega 3 fish oil are great unto themselves, there are also mental benefits to
taking Omega 3 fish oil supplements. Studies have shown that Omega 3 may aid in treating depression in
patients who take it on a regular basis.

A healthy, balanced diet will include adequate amounts of Omega 3, but it is almost impossible to get
enough Omega 3 fish oil through diet alone. That is why it is important to look into Omega 3 fish oil
supplements that can be taken in addition to eating a healthy diet.

Once you begin taking Omega 3 fish oil, you’ll see as the benefits begin working for you.