PlugRush Sascha |
09-26-2005 07:50 PM |
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Originally Posted by A1R3K
so flaxseed oil and fish oil doesnt do the same thing health wise?
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Yes they do, generally speaking. If you eat fish 3-4 times a week you won't need to take fish oil supplements as well. However, fish oil and flaxseed oil contain different types of omega-3 fatty acids.
A quick search on Google will show you that:
"All omega-3 fatty acids offer protective benefits to the heart, including making the blood less likely to clot and cause a heart attack, protecting against irregular heartbeats that cause sudden cardiac death, and decreasing risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).
Two especially beneficial omega-3 fats -- eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids (EPA and DHA) -- are found in fish. A less potent omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid, is found in plant sources such as soybeans, canola, walnut and flaxseed."
I personally stick to fish oil capsules myself, but flaxseed oil still contains omega-3 fatty acids and is beneficial for your health. :thumbsup
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