EFAs Inhibit Platelet Aggregation and LDLs

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EFA FUNCTIONS IN BODY--

 

--1.EFAs are precursors of several important regulatory molecules

such

as prostaglandins, leukotrienes and thromboxanes in the body.

Prostaglandin E1, in particular has a wide range of desirable effects

including reduction of inflammation, lowering blood pressure and

inhibiting platelet aggregation.--

 

--1.EFAs are involved in transportation and metabolism of

cholesterol.

EFAs disperses cholesterol and makes it more soluble so that the

body is

able to get rid of it. EFAs also have the ability to inhibit the

synthesis of LDL the bad cholesterol in our body.--

 

--1.EFAs are required for every single cell in the body to function

effectively. The cell membrane must compose of certain level of EFAs

for

proper cell structure and integrity.--

 

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Fish Oil--

Fish Oil is the oil extracted from the flesh of cold water fish.

These

are fish such as salmon, mackerel, tuna, sardines, herrings and

anchovies. Fish oil is a rich source of the omega-3 essential fatty

acids such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid

(DHA). Both EPA and DHA are normal constituents of some human

tissues,

including brain cells, retina, adrenals and sex organs - all the most

active tissues in the human body. They also help keep the arteries

clean. Fish oil has been shown in studies to lower serum triglyceride

levels and reduce the thrombotic tendency of blood by reducing

platelet

stickiness. Recent studies have also shown that in psoriasis, fish

oil

significantly improves this skin condition. Fish Oil should not be

confused with cod liver oil which is the oil extracted from the

liver of

the fish. Cod liver oil is a rich source of fatty acids and contains

significant levels of vitamins A and D.