Eicosapentaenoic Acid

Question: what is eicosapentaenoic acid(EPA) and what is the function of this acid? How to get this acid?Is it from the foods we eat?

Answer: EPA is classified as an omega-3 fatty acid. There are several omega-3 fatty acids besides EPA: these include α-linolenic acid (ALA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Omega-3 fatty acids are thought to be good for reducing inflammation. Uncontrolled inflammation is bad for your health, and is responsible for some autoimmune diseases such as lupus, asthma, and arthritis. It may even be responsible for cardiovascular problems, such as atherosclerosis, heart attacks, and strokes. Some studies suggest that omega-3 fatty acids may be good for your circulatory system and your brain. Since the body can't make omega-3 fatty acids and omega-6 fatty acids from other molecules, these are considered "essential fatty acids" which you must get directly from foods. You can get EPA and DHA from fish, such as salmon, mackerel, herring, and sardines. ALA can be obtained from plant products, such as flaxseed oil. It's currently under debate which omega-3 fatty acids are best, or what ratio is best. For instance, ALA may need to be converted by the body to EPA and DHA before it's beneficial. One person suggests that DHA may be more beneficial that EPA: http://www.benbest.com/health/dha.html Hopefully, more research will clear up the matter. Anyways, if you decide to start using supplements, you should check with your doctor first. EPA, DHA, and fish oil may reduce the blood's ability to clot, and could increase the risk of bleeding in certain people, particularly those taking warfarin (Coumadin).

Question: which one of these are a lipid? fructose, amino acid, eicosapentaenoic acid or L-valine?

Answer: eicosapentaenoic acid. Is an omega-3 fatty acid.

Question: Calculate degree of unsaturation? Calculate degree of unsaturation (or IHD) of following formula. 1) eicosapentaenoic acid (a component of fish oil) C20H30O2

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Question: Any brand of supplement contain all these nutrients? or which brands I need? Eicosapentaenoic acid (1 - 6 gm) Zinc 25mg Selenium Folic acid (500 mcg) High levels of vitamin C High levels of Vitamin E Which brand / brands of Vitamin/Food supplement should I take? It should be available in Kerala. (Asia - India - Kerala)

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Question: Would you feed this food? Here are the ingredients: Salmon, barley, chicken meal (natural source of glucosamine), brewers rice, animal fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols (form of Vitamin E), brown rice, brewers dried yeast, canola meal, oat meal, dried egg product, pea protein, natural flavor, fish oil, calcium carbonate, salt, potassium chloride, dried sweet potatoes, dried tomatoes, dried carrots, Vitamin E supplement, zinc proteinate, manganese proteinate, ferrous sulfate, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), niacin, copper proteinate, Vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin supplement, Vitamin B-12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, Vitamin D-3 supplement, calcium iodate, biotin, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of Vitamin K activity), sodium selenite. Guaranteed Analysis: Crude Protein (Min) 27.0 % Crude Fat (Min) 17.0 % Crude Fiber (Max) 4.0 % Moisture (Max) 12.0 % Linoleic Acid (Min) 1.5 % Calcium (Ca) (Min) 1.0 % Phosphorus (P) (Min) 0.9 % Vitamin A (Min) 15,000 IU/kg Vitamin E (Min) 460 IU/kg Ascorbic Acid** (Min) 70 mg/kg Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)** (Min) 0.25 % Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)** (Min) 0.25 % Glucosamine** (Min) 550 ppm Omega-3 Fatty Acids** (Min) 0.75 % Omega-6 Fatty Acids** (Min) 1.75 % I'm not going to say the brand or who makes it. I've fed all varieties of food, from pedigree to EVO over the years, so it could be anything in between those. Would you consider this feed for your dog? Why or why not? Added bonus- which food do you think this is? how many 'stars' would you give it?

Answer: It is Purina Pro Plan Natural Salmon & Brown Rice Formula I would feed it. I fee Purina Pro Plan Puppy food to my puppy. One of the few puppy foods made with toy size bites. Its two stars according to the Food Nazi site Dog Food analysis ADD:- Thank you Ms. Manners. Not familiar with the brand, but will definitely look into it!

Question: does this sound like an effective weightloss supplement? It is called abdominal cuts. Revolution Abdominal Cuts contains naturally occurring, healthy oils that are clinically studied. Abdominal Cuts contains absolutely NO stimulants, therefore preventing any potential negative side effects associated with stimulants. Abdominal Cuts also utilizes a progressive form of liquid gel technology, making each capsule small and easy-to-swallow. Amount Per Serving % DV Abdominal Cuts Proprietary Blend 2400.00 mg ** CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) ** GLA (gamma Linolenic Acid)(omega-6) ** ALA (alpha-Linoleic Acid)(omega-3) ** EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) (omega-3) ** DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)(omega-3) ** Sesamin (Sesame Oil) ** Vitamin E ** ** Daily Value (DV) not established Let me know if you have taken it personally. I understand that this pill will not directly rip my abs. I am just lookin for a boost. I work out 6 days a week. Every little advantage i can get i want to take.

Answer: Actually Abdominal Cuts is a supplement that helps you build muscle.muscle weighs heavier than fat which means you would probably gain first then lean down from there. Although most supplements are said to work you can never really be sure because everyones bodies are different. The diet industry has become more of a quick scheme to make a profit then to help people. I have tried many diet pills in hope of weight loss the only thing that truely works is eating healthy portioned meals, and excercising. I am assuming by abdominal cuts you are hoping that it will target your abs dominantly, unfortunately there is no such pill that allows you to lose fat on only one area. Hope i was a bit helpful.GOOD LUCK!

Question: Prenatal vitamin question? So I took a prego test and it was negative but a lot of people told me I took it too early and I still haven't had my period since July 29th (last day of my last period). I took a nutrition class and we talked about how important it is to have folate in your diet especially when you are pregnant. So I am sure that I am pregnant because I have never missed a period. I went and got some prenatal vitamins to take now until I find out and have a few questions about them. I use to take prenatal vitamins as a multivitamin for many years, and the store didn't have the ones I am use to taking. I bought One a Day Womens Prenatal vitamins. It comes with two different pills. One has all the vitamins in it (pink pill) and the other one has some polysaturated fat, omega 3 fatty acids and it says under omega 3 EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) this one is a liquid gel. I feel stupid asking this but should I be taking both of them? I know when you get a script for prenatal vitamins it's just a big pink tablet. I am just trying to take all the extra precautions and don't want to screw up. Also I was craving a salad with sour cream (totally wierd) and I forgot to take the pill and took it about 15 minutes later or so (under 30 minutes) and I started to feel really sick. Is this normal? I never remember getting sick feeling when I took the other prenatal vitamins. I have been feeling really pukey lately anyways and my smells have been crazy. I had to have my boyfriend cut up the lettuce. Is there anything that is better to eat when you take the prenatal? I don't drink cows milk and I do not eat much meat. The prenatal vitamins didn't come with instructions. On each bottle it just says take one and that's it. Am I suppose to take them at the same time every day?

Answer: You and baby are going to need animal fats, so try eating lean meats and getting dairy and eggs. If you're lactose intolerant try goat's milk. Fish is great and has your Omega-3s. Yoghurt and cheese are milk alternatives you can include in your diet if you're not sensitive to lactose. Leafy greens and dark orange veggies are going to give you folic acid, which prevents spina bifida. Avocados have good fats and lots of folic acid. Load up on the guacamole. You'll need iron, so get egg yolk, raisins, meats, and molasses. Iron rich foods are absorbed better with Vitamin C, so try having a glass or orange juice with them. Make sure you eat three full meals, and two snacks. It's possible that you felt nauseous because of your hormone levels. When you last took the pills you weren't pregnant. Babies make you puke, you'll get used to it :) You'll also be more sensitive to smells. Simple things like soap and perfume might drive you nuts. That's part of being pregnant. One reason we have a keen sense of smell is to avoid eating foods that are rotten or poisonous. Thanks evolution. Read the instructions that came with the pills, but I don't think there's a problem taking both. Try taking the vitamins with a meal so they're not sitting on an empty stomach, or take them right before bedtime so you sleep through the nausea. Congrats and good luck!

Question: Fish Oil Help!!!Anyone Take Them? Fish Oil Help, Anyone Take It. Question Details: Best Brand Of Fish Oil Pills? Anyone Use Or Take Fish Oil Pills? Best Brands With These, Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) What are the best brands, with no toxins or added crap. anyone use Sealogix look over at http://www.cardioresults.com/... im considering this one. http://www.trilogyonline.com/Trilogy/General/Sealogix/default.aspx?realname=10042285

Answer: You are obsessing about irrelevant details. especially if you eat such things as candy bars and McDonalds. Most Fish oil pills are effective. They contain Omega 3 and they are blood thinners. Most people are unaware of this. They are useful for keeping you from having blood clots. So are asprin. Just don't get into an accident. You'll bleed alot.

Question: Omega-3/DHA/EPA information needed. Please.? Someone please help and clear this up for me. What is the real recommended dose for Omega-3/docosahexaenoic acid/eicosapentaenoic acid? I want high doses of this stuff. I look at products at wallmart and they all have such LOW doses of omega-3/dha/epa. And if someone could direct me to a product that has all 3 in high doses like it should be, I swear you will be my hero for life. If I could find a pill that has adleast HALF of the recommended dose of both DHA and EPA

Answer: 500-1000 DHA for best results. Check out NOWs DHA-500 product

Question: Omega-3 Salmon Oil recommended dose question? Supplement Facts SERVING SIZE: 2 TABLETS Salmon Oil: 2g (2,000 mg) eicosapentaenoic acid: 180mg docosahexaenoic acid: 220mg Omega-3: 400mg Ok...good so far. I read the recommended dose of omega-3 is 1000mg daily. It takes 2 tablets a day of this stuff for the above stats. So does the Salmon oil, or the EPA & DHA add more omega-3 or something? Or would it mean I have to take 4 tablets a day to even get 800mg of omega-3? Can anyone follow what im saying here?

Answer: a common and healthy safe dose is 800 mg EPA and 400 mg DHA. Ignore the total salmon oil. Omega 3 is the total DHA and EPA. This is a weak product. There are two brands that I use that give you the recommended dose 800/400 in just 2 capsules.Mega-EFA from NSI and sold by vitacost.com, the other is RX omega-3 from Natural Factors and sold by iherb.com. Both are very good and Mega-EFA is less expensive

Question: Are these memory boosting? Do these following nutrients and vitamins help children over 13 with exams by providing a memory boost?? 1.) Natural Fish Oil.....................................… 2.) Omega-3 Marine Triglycerides......................325mg 3.) Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)......................165mg 4.) Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)......................110mg 5.) Folic Acid....................................… 6.) Ginkgo Biloba leaf extract dry concentrate.....40mg

Answer: none of them are useful.