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OMEGA-3 and Brain Health: The Science from a Leading Expert with Bill Harris

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You may have heard about Omega-3s and how they play an important role in our overall health, but exactly are Omega-3 fatty acids, and what functions do they play in reducing inflammation in our bodies? In this episode, Daniel and Tana Amen are joined by Dr. Bill Harris, developer of the Omega Index, for a discussion on all things Omega-3.

In this episode, you will learn about:
•The difference between Omega-3 an Omega-6
•The difference between EPA and DHA forms of Omega-3
•How Omega-3s prevent inflammation in the body
•How to text your own Omega-3 levels, and the target range you should aim for
•Common sources of Omega-3, such as fish oil and plant-based versions
•Omega-3 supplementation

0:00 The Surprising Health Benefits of Linoleic Acid
0:38 Plant vs Marine Omega-3s Explained
1:54 Meet the Expert: Dr. Bill Harris
3:49 The Origin Story of Omega-3 Research
5:50 From Lipid Biochemistry to Epidemiology
7:03 What is the Omega-3 Index?
8:38 Determining Your Optimal Omega-3 Dosage
10:25 Debunking the Omega-3 Bleeding Myth
13:08 Evidence-Based Benefits for Brain and Heart
16:37 The Truth About Omega-6 Inflammation
23:51 You Can't Change What You Don't Measure
45:02 The Future of Omega-3 Nutrition

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12 Comments

@70blessings 8 months ago

I love your book Change your Brain change your life.

@kelebogilekaithseboko532 4 months ago

Very insightful and informative ❤

@98Dougmorris 8 months ago (edited)

Interesting video!

@Starchaser63 2 months ago

Recently started 1 gram daily of EPA / DHA

@Meraba-y2n 8 months ago

I have unsweetened full fat yoghurt in the morning ( 4 Tbs) before taking meds and vitamins. Any good fat will do for absorption and it won't affect your intermittent fasting. I have been taking lab tested fish oil with EPA and DHA. All the toxins are supposedly removed. Not sure how they do that. I have been taking 3000 mg of fish oil per day as per dosage instructions. I have been taking it for for over 20 years. 180 mg EPA per capsule and 120 mg DHA per capsule. Going through peri - menapause for the past couple of years and I suffer with brain fog, memory loss, fatigue, mood swings and the list goes on. I honestly don't know what to believe anymore. We spend so much money on supplements. We try to eat right, exercise and don't get me started on prescription drugs. I might aswell be taking placebos. We do the best we can based on what we can afford. I think genes play a huge role and to be honest, I don't think there is anything significant we can do about it.

@kardste8114 5 months ago

What about oxidation of omega-3 supplements. Because they are fragile long chain fatty acid – they must be stored in opaque containers and refrigerated. With supplements so poorly regulated in the United States, doesn’t the consumer run the risk of adding oxidated oils into their bodies instead of intact omega-3 fatty asses?

@Epic_CrumbyRoblox1016 8 months ago

What about children and teens any recommended supplements

@AngeRose24 8 months ago

My vegan omega-3 supplements say DHA and DPA, what is the difference between EPA and DPA ?

@Lexus285 8 months ago

The best way to get omega 3 it’s from sea food or from cod liver!

@afkezonderland944 8 months ago

My concern is that GMO crops are heavily sprayed with glyphosates . Canola oil and many seed oils have shown to be toxic because of the high heat processing. I suffered a brain injury 8 years ago and have adopted a high fat quality diet. I am 77 yrs old and I keep fit .
I do however admit to cognitive decline. I forget names, don’t see the lost items when they have been sitting on the counter for a day!

@Jesuslover296 8 months ago

I have a question. I was wondering if it's safe to take Lamictal w saffron? Just got 2 of your bks Dr Amen and ordered saffron. Can I take both? Pls someone let me know. I take natural supplements,iron,zinc,melatonin, potassium,magnesium and 50 mg Lamictal. Need to know if saffron is safe w Lamictal or do u even recommend Lamictal? Thank u for your time. Sincerely,
❤Tina

@ronbloomberg 8 months ago

Oh...how nice!
My mother was put on Eliquis (for life) 15 months ago and her doctors demanded "No Omega-3!" "No fish oil." "We don't want any bleeding."
Meanwhile...her cognitive decline has been getting worse over this past year. Now I'm hearing that I didn't have to stop her Omega-3 supplements?
I'm losing my mind because I don't know who to trust. What if I disobey the doctor's orders and my mother bleeds to death?