Here are the health benefits of Omega 3 fish oil:
It can support heart health
Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. Studies show that people who eat a lot of fish have much lower rates of heart disease. Multiple risk factors for heart disease appear to be reduced by eating fish or fish oil.
May help with weight loss
Obesity is defined as having a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30. Worldwide, about 39% of adults are overweight, while 13% are obese. The numbers are even higher in high-income countries such as the U.S. (Source Confident 39).
Obesity can significantly increase the risk of other diseases, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer.
Fish oil supplements can improve body composition and heart disease risk factors in obese people.
May reduce inflammation
Inflammation is how your immune system fights infection and treats injury. However, chronic inflammation is associated with serious diseases, such as obesity, diabetes, depression and heart disease. Reducing inflammation can help treat the symptoms of these diseases. Because fish oil has anti-inflammatory properties, it can help treat conditions involving chronic inflammation.
Can reduce liver fat
Your liver processes most of the fat in your body and may play a role in weight gain.
Liver disease is increasingly common, particularly nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), in which fat accumulates in the liver.
Fish oil supplements can improve liver function and inflammation, which may help reduce NAFLD symptoms and the amount of fat in the liver.
May improve bone health
During old age, bones can begin to lose their essential minerals, making them more prone to break down. This can lead to conditions such as osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
Calcium and vitamin D are very important for bone health, but some studies suggest that omega-3 fatty acids may also be beneficial.
People with higher omega-3 intake and blood levels may have better bone mineral density (BMD).