A number of studies has been carried out on the effectiveness of fish oil. We now have a lot of evidence that suggest the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids on the body's composition and mental health. Omega-3 fatty acids also plays a crucial role in brain function, normal growth and development.
A number of these benefits includes:
- Reduced risk of getting heart disease.
- Reduced triglycerides, heart rate, blood pressure, and atherosclerosis
- Stimulate blood circulation, increase the breakdown of fibrin, a compound involved in clot and scar formation,
- Reduce blood pressure and blood triglyceride levels,
- Reduces the risk of secondary and primary heart attack.
- Helpful in cases of depression and anxiety.
- Reduce the risk of ischemic and thrombotic stroke
- Decrease in homocysteine
- Decrease platelet aggregation
- Improve endothelial cell functions
