New study: Omega 3 fats bad for the heart? | Simon Hill, Msc, Bsc

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Simon Hill

Nutrition, Health & Fitness, Self-improvement, Education

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🗓️ 6 August 2024

⏱️ 41 minutes

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Episode #325. Fish oil supplements: harmful or heart-healthy? Learn about the risks and benefits of omega-3 supplementation, including an analysis of a new study that’s been making waves. Discover how to test your omega-3 levels, how to achieve the optimal index, and my supplement recommendations for a healthy heart and planet. Specifically, I cover: Introduction to Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Fish Oil Supplements (00:00) New Research Reveals Fish Oil's Impact on Cardiovascular Health (01:03) Challenging Assumptions - A Different Take on the Fish Oil Study Results (05:14) Dr. Bill Harris Weighs In - Expert Opinions on Omega-3 Benefits (09:03) How Can I Increase My Omega-3 Levels? Practical Advice for Everyday Life (17:26) Omega-3 Supplement Strategy (18:50) Comparing Sustainable Omega-3 Sources: Algae Oil vs. Fish Oil (24:05) How much omega-3 is too much (25:58) Does the form of DHA and EPA matter? (28:00) Does EPA DHA ratio matter? (28:44) Omega-3 Supplementation for Vegans and Vegetarians (31:50) Key Takeaways and Recommendations for Omega-3 Supplementation (35:55) Head to the full show notes for additional insights and supporting resources. This episode is brought to you by: 38TERA Consider 38TERA's DMN-01 prebiotic supplement a daily multivitamin for your gut. Formulated by yours truly and gastroenterologist Dr Will Bulsiewicz. Use code THEPROOF for a discount at checkout. Eimele Eimele Essential 8 is a comprehensive multivitamin that is scientifically formulated to complement your plant-rich diet, increase and sustain your energy, and support the immune system, as well as heart and brain health. Head to Eimele.com and use code SIMON at checkout for 10% off your first order. WHOOP Whoop, the most advanced fitness and health wearable available. Your personalised fitness and health coach to recover faster, sleep better, and train smarter. Claim your first month free on join.whoop.com/simon. LMNT Stay hydrated with LMNT - a meaningful dose of electrolytes in a science-backed ratio. Receive a free LMNT sample pack with any order when you purchase via drinklmnt.com/simon. Want to support the show? The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends. You can also show your support by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast app and/or sharing your favourite episodes with your friends and family. Simon Hill, MSc, BSc (Hons) Creator of theproof.com and host of The Proof with Simon Hill Author of The Proof is in the Plants Watch the episodes on YouTube or listen on Apple/Spotify Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook Nourish your gut with my Plant-Based Ferments Guide Download my complimentary Two-Week Meal Plan and high protein Plant Performance recipe book

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0:00.0	Another week and another study has made headlines about the Amiga 3 fatty acids, DHA and EPA.
0:06.7	Surring social media with concerns. What are the hidden dangers of your fish oil supplements?
0:12.0	Are there any? In this video I'll walk you through this
0:14.6	later study and its results focusing on the increased risk of atrial fibrillation that they found.
0:20.7	We'll also explore the comprehensive evidence on omega-3 fats and cardiovascular disease,
0:25.3	discussing potential mechanisms behind the results and the importance of dosage.
0:29.8	How these essential fats may have positive or negative effects on your heart at different doses.
0:35.6	By the end of this video, you'll know how to test your omega-3 levels and optimize them through
0:40.8	nutrition, supplementation, or a combination of the two.
0:44.8	For those who eat seafood, I'll share the specific types and amounts of fish to eat weekly
0:49.8	to get enough DHA and DPA without supplements. What I found here may surprise you. It certainly surprised me.
0:56.9	And stay tuned for my take on whether vegans and vegetarians should consider
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