Individuals at Risk of Diabetes May Find Possible Benefits from Utilizing Fish Oil

(Newswire.net — December 5, 2016) Orlando, FL — Diabetes is one of the medical conditions that is affecting the health and quality of life of many people worldwide. The good news is that there are measures people can resort to in increasing their protection against the condition, and one may be through using natural alternatives.

Individuals who are at a high risk of type 2 diabetes may find possible benefits from utilizing fish oil. Fish oil contains healthy fats called omega-3 fatty acids, which are vital for body and brain function. These fats may be obtained through supplementation or eating sardines, tuna, halibut, cod, and herring.

“Individuals who want to increase their immunity against ailments such as diabetes may want to consider fish oil supplements,” said VitaBreeze Supplements spokesperson, Michelle O’Sullivan.

Harvard University researchers reveal that omega-3s have the potential to increase the levels of adiponectin. This hormone is linked with insulin sensitivity. High levels of adiponectin in the bloodstream may be associated with a reduced risk of heart disease.

According to Jason Wu, study lead author from Harvard School of Public Health, fish oil has successfully increased adiponectin circulation on lab animals. However, it has not been established yet if it does the same in humans. In the study, which involved a meta-analysis of 14 clinical trials, the researchers found that fish oil has modestly increased adiponectin levels in human blood.

In a recent study, the researchers assessed 682 participants who were given fish oil supplements. There was also another group of 641 subjects who took olive oil or sunflower. The findings reveal that the fish oil group achieved an increase of 0.37 micrograms per milliliter of blood.

While more studies are still underway, more and more people are using fish oil supplements to potentially increase their immunity against a range of diseases. It is important to note that omega-3 fats have long been believed to help improve overall health, especially for potentially fighting cardiovascular ailments.

Consumption of fish is highly recommended to obtain amounts of omega-3 fats. While these fats are believed to be therapeutic, they cannot be produced naturally by the human body. This is why many healthcare providers recommend consumption of food items that are rich in omega-3s. There are also those that recommend the use of fish oil supplements.

 There are popular advantages of using fish oil supplements. This natural alternative is thought to produce therapeutic benefits without causing side effects. Fish oil supplements also contain higher concentrations of omega-3 fats and have little to no environmental pollutants. Its use is believed to be beneficial since commercially-available fish products may contain higher levels of toxic substances such as heavy metals, including mercury.

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