Hundreds of supplementation studies have revealed that fish-rich diets and fish oil supplementation produce powerful anti-platelet (blood thinning), anti-inflammatory, immune system strengthening and tumor modifying effects.  Some of these studies show Omega-3 acids are exceptionally adept in strengthening the cardiovascular system.  High fish consumption among the Eskimos has increased their resistance to cardiovascular disorders.  Scientists found that "the more fish the [Eskimo] ate, the fewer deaths due to heart disease, and the lower the total death rate." Heritage Omega-3 contains the same oils which the Eskimos consume.  Our Omega-3 oil is derived from cold water fish taken from unspoiled regions of the northern seas.

Most commercial fish oil concentrates display only a modest total percentage (30-40%) of the desired fatty acids, Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA).  Heritage Omega-3 offers a minimum of 80% Omega-3 fatty acids in the ethyl ester form.  We have not used flaxseed oil often found in other products because several human trials with flaxseed oil have shown that it converts into EPA and/or DHA with less speed and efficiency than fish oil products. Heritage Omega-3 requires no metabolic conversion.

Essential fatty acids are necessary for the formation of each cell membrane.  Strong cell membranes protect cells from invading toxins, bacteria, viruses and allergens.

They are also essential for the formation and balance of prostaglandins.  Prostaglandins are hormone-like regulator substances that are produced and utilized by every cell in the body.  Prostaglandins regulate the cardiovascular system, reproductive system, immune system, and central nervous system.

Omega-3 oils are also beginning to make headlines in regard to their benefits in the mental/emotional realm. In a presentation for the American Psychiatric Association, it was demonstrated that Omega-3 oils may be an effective nutritional aid for those with bipolar disorder.  In short, DHA in the Omega-3 is of critical value to the communication process of each cell in the brain.

Heritage Omega-3 may be useful for pregnant and lactating women, those needing to improve cardiovascular health or in any kind of athletic training, as well as those desiring to improve the health of their nervous system.

Suggested Adult Use:
Adults, from 3-6 capsules per day, or as recommended by a health professional.

Testimonials:
"I am here to give you my personal testimony on the Omega-3 product. In April, 1994 I was divorced and developed a skin condition called Psoriasis. Over the period of 6 yrs the condition got extremely horrible. It started off in little patches under my armpit area, elbows, knees, belly and it covered my scalp with very thick scales. I had spend hundreds of dollars on all sorts of cremes and ointments over the counter and also prescription steriods and pills. None of which has worked for me. My head was so bad that I started losing handfuls of hair on a daily bases to the point that I was wearing baseball caps.
   I had totally given up hope. I figured it was something I would have to just live with. My husband told me that it was okay that he loved me for who I am not what I look like. When I had talked with Brande on the phone and told her my condition, she told me that I should try the Omega-3. One the conference calls from many people who also had the same condition I did told me to try the Omega-3. I can't tell the way I feel about my outer appearance now. My skin is so much better. I can now wear anything I want, I can BARE ALL :) I used to either wear my hair in a ponytail and ball cap on or just let it hang down to cover my hairline around my face because all you could see what white sores around my scalp. I am so thrilled that I am comfortable about my appearance now. THANK YOU TREMENDOUSLY HERITAGE FOR YOUR OMEGA-3 PRODUCT.

-Dani Walas

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2.  Mitchell, Helen S. AB, Ph.D., Sc.D. , Rynbergen Henderika, J., BS, M.S., Professor of Science, Anderson Linnea, RD, M.P.H., Associate Professor, Dibble, Majorie V., RD, M.S., Department of Human Nutrition. Nutrition in Health and Disease, Sixteenth Edition.  J.B. Lippincott Company. Philadelphia. 1976.

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5. Eds., PUFA Newsletter, Vol. 3, No. 2, June 1999, OPolyunsaturated fatty acids in nutrition and disease prevention".