Five Great Health Advantages in theTiny Little Krill- No Prescription Required!
Posted: Wednesday, January 18, 2012
by Connie Raines
Connies Herbalife Biz
Scientific research has shown that krill oil supplies a storehouse of benefits--promoting heart health, assisting your immune system, healthy aging and a great deal more. Krill's unique mixture of omega-3 essential fatty acids, astaxanthin,and phospholipids are rather remarkable. I've looked into what amazing health benefits krill oil offers and was very enlightened. The way the oil that is produced from this tiny little sea creature supports your overall health will impress you, too!
Krill eat a type of algae that produces a bright-reddish pigment called astaxanthin. Astaxanthin is a super potent antioxidant that is capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier, protecting the brain, nervous system and vision from free radical damage. The antioxidant potency is measured by ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity). Krill oil has an antioxidant value (ORAC SCORE) of 378 which is 48 times more powerful than fish oil.
Krill oil is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids that contain 2 compounds,eicosapentanoic acid (EPA), and decosahexaenoic acid (DHA). These are the omega-3s commonly found in salmon and tuna. These are polyunsaturated fatty acids that are believed to have significant nutritional nutritional benefits in a host of areas, especially heart health. The omega -3s in krill oil are believed to be more bioavailable (better absorbed in the body) than those found in fish oil. In the Standard American Diet, we consume more than 25 times more omega-6 than omega-3, therefore we need to supplement our diets with more omega-3s.
Krill oil contains choline, a phospholipid. The omega-3 fatty acids in krill oil attach themselves to phospholipids which makes them more easily available to absorb and distribute to the body. also, a number of studies show the importance of choline in brain development. The combination of Choline and the omega-3 appear to improve cognition, memory, mood and behavior.
The Health Benefits of Krill Oil
1. Cardiovascular Health
Krill oil improves the good cholesterol (HDL) and reduces the bad cholesterol (LDL) which blocks arteries with plaque and can cause heart attack and stroke. In a study on the effects of krill oil on cholesterol levels of 120 people who were tested by taking krill oil, fish oil or a placebo- it was found that krill oil lowered the bad cholesterol (LDL) by 34% and boosted good cholesterol (HDL) by 43.5% compared to the placebo. Fish oil reduced LDL cholesterol by a mere 4.6% and increased HDL cholesterol by 4.2%. [1]
2. Healthy Skin
Research concluded that patients (particularly women) who took krill oil for 3 months reported significant improvement in the texture of their skin, hair and nails. Furthermore, these women reported a 60% reduction in wrinkles and fine lines. Other skin conditions that are improved by krill oil include eczema. [1]
3. Fights the Signs of Aging
Researchers believe that free radical damage is a major cause of aging and may be associated with at least 60 diseases and health problems. Krill oil contains the antioxidant vitamins A and E, along with astaxanthin. These help fight free-radical damage in the body. Numerous ORAC tests have proven that krill oil effectively repairs aging cells when compared to other antioxidants. Studies have shown that women who took krill oil for 3 months reported a 50% improvement in energy, stamina, mental alertness and concentration. [2]
4. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Krill oil has been found to help women who suffer with PMS and for older women it makes menopause easier to cope with. A clinical study conducted at the University of Montreal concluded that it can significantly reduce dysmenorrhea, which is characterized by severe uterine pain during menstruation and the emotional symptoms of premenstrual syndrome. [3]
5. Arthritis
A study by the Journal of he American College of Nutrition revealed that a daily consumption of 300 mg. of krill oil was effective at reducing arthritis inflammation and the pain associated with arthritis. Another study found that krill oil, like omega-3, could improve rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis symptoms such as pain and stiffness. [4]
Warning:
People with allergies to sea food/shellfish should not take krill oil. Krill oil can slow blood clotting, therefore people with bleeding disorders or prior to any surgical procedure should consult their Dr. before taking.
By adding krill oil to a healthy diet and an active lifestyle, you will find that you can grow older gracefully in less pain and with more energy than you ever thought possible. Even if you are still in your younger years, krill oil is the one supplement that can put off aging for as long as possible. This is good news, indeed!
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References:
1. Krilloilbenefits.com
2. krilloil.com
3. wikipedia.com
4. WebMd.com
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Top-level comments on this article: (2 total)Great article. Such good information and research. Enjoyed reading.Thanks so much Christofer! I enjoyed learning about krill oil..
My sister was telling me about Krill oil ... so here is the information I need. `Thanks`.Your welcome, Jessie. Hope it helps you be informed!
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