Best Weight Loss Tips: Krill Oil

by Jayson Hunter, RD, CSCS <a href="http://myfitnesshut.getprograde.com/improve-cholesterol-level-with-omega-3-fats.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cholesterol levels</a> may be reduced by 33 percent and also improved liver triglyceride levels, which is superior to fish oil according to data from this short-term study.   More research is always being conducted to confirm and validate the existing research on krill oil.  This is common because the more studies that are conducted that duplicate results, the more valid the data becomes.   This study is a short-term study and was conducted with rats, but it is in line with another study conducted with humans regarding metabolic symptoms associated with higher fat levels in the heart and liver of obese individuals. The participants in this study supplemented their diets with 2.5% krill oil or 2.5% fish oil, and the results were a 33% reduction in cholesterol for the krill oil consumers, and a 21% reduction in cholesterol levels for the fish oil consumers. The liver triglycerides were also reduced by 20% using krill oil, and only 10% for those who were supplemented with fish oil.  The researchers from the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences and Technologies at the University of Salento believe that this creates new possibilities for the use of krill oil as a tool for preventing dyslipidemia.  Not to mention, this will lead to other future research confirming this type of data. The results of this study showed that the enzymes in the liver that are involved in the metabolism of fat were significantly inhibited by both fish oil and krill oil; though the effect was much larger for krill oil after two or three weeks.   The researchers suggest that a higher potency of krill oil decreases hepatic lipogenesis when compared to fish oil during short two- to three-week periods.  They also believe that the inhibition of lipogenesis observed in krill oil-fed animals is most likely because of the decrease in liver concentration of both triglycerides and cholesterol. Even though this study was conducted with animals, it is very encouraging because it is in line with the findings published regarding a human study that <a href="http://myfitnesshut.getprograde.com/essential-fatty-acid.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">krill oil</a> may help stop metabolic symptoms in obese individuals.  These types of studies allow researchers to continue looking deeper even at the mitochondrial level.   <div style="color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;">Mark Dilworth, BA, PES</div><div style="color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;"><a data-mce-href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/" href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">My Fitness Hut</a> </div>

How Krill Oil Helps Fat Metabolism

by Jayson Hunter, RD, CSCS Cholesterol levels may be reduced by 33 percent and also improved liver triglyceride levels, which is superior t...

by Kevin DiDonato, MS, CSCS, CES Your cells are being attacked. <div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; width: auto;"> But there IS something you can DO ABOUT IT. Every day, your body could be getting attacked by free radicals - which could cause inflammation and damage to the cells in YOUR BODY. Western diets are known to be higher in fat and sugar-containing foods, plus loaded with high-fat meat. And this recipe could spell trouble for some VERY IMPORTANT cells in your VEINS and ARTERIES. Damage to YOUR endothelial cells can potentially put you at RISK for developing diabetes, metabolic syndrome, or worse, CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE. And you would be DEAD wrong not to increase your INTAKE of FISH, DHA, and EPA. Let me explain… Endothelial Cells These are specialized cells in ALL of your veins and arteries. They protect your body by allowing blood to flow freely, making it through your body without interruption. These specialized cells line every inch of your circulatory system, and they play a major role in inflammation and vascular homeostasis. High Sugar and High Fat Meals A meal full of sugar and fat has the potential to increase your production of free radicals. And these free radicals race along your veins and arteries looking to steal from a stable molecule. They may bump into the walls of your arteries which causes damage. And this damage, research suggests could lead to inflammation. Your endothelial cells are responsible for the release of different factors geared to maintaining normal endothelial function.</div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; width: auto;"> </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; text-align: center; width: auto;">Your endothelial cells release nitric oxide, von Willebrand factors, and adhesion molecules, which all contribute to vascular homeostasis</div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; text-align: center; width: auto;"> </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; width: auto;">But when inflammation is present, your endothelial cells reduce the output of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide is responsible for keeping your veins and arteries open, allowing your blood to flow freely without interruption. Von Willebrand factor is responsible for blood clot formation. Decreased levels of nitric oxide could lead to constriction of your arteries which could cause high blood pressure. With an increase of von Willebrand factor, some studies show, could lead to an increase in platelet accumulation on your endothelial wall. Constricted blood flow and platelet accumulation could result in DEADLY consequences. You may experience HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE or the platelets breaking off, possibly leading to a HEART ATTACK or even DEATH. Fish, DHA, and EPA To The Rescue!</div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; width: auto;"> </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; width: auto;">Western diets typically include refined sugars, high meat content, and high fat foods. Depending on what YOU eat, it could reduce inflammation and lower your risk for developing heart disease.</div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; width: auto;"> </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; text-align: center; width: auto;">A diet full of fruits, vegetables, legumes, fish, poultry, and whole grains have been shown to reduce your risk for developing cardiovascular disease</div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; text-align: center; width: auto;"> </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; width: auto;">However, FISH is potentially the MOST IMPORTANT nutrient. Regular fish consumption, research suggests, reduces endothelial dysfunction and could reduce inflammation. The reason: long chain omega-3 fatty acids. Long chain omega-3 fatty acids, like DHA and EPA, can be powerful fighters against inflammation and can potentially return you to normal endothelial function. The Research A newly published research study shed light on regular fish consumption in combination with DHA and EPA on inflammation and endothelial function. The study included over 300 people who consumed diets with fish, DHA, and EPA for a period of three months. They tested these individuals in the year 2000 and again 6 years later. The mean age of the participants was 36. By including more fish, DHA, and EPA, the participants showed a significant IMPROVEMENT in endothelial function. Also, it reduced INFLAMMATION markers, specifically interleukin-6.</div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; width: auto;"> </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; text-align: center; width: auto;">Only the combination of fish, and DHA and EPA changed endothelial function and reduced inflammation</div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; text-align: center; width: auto;"> </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; width: auto;">They noticed that people who didn’t eat FISH were 2.7 TIMES more likely to have increased endothelial dysfunction scores. And MODERATE FISH INTAKE also showed a 1.9 TIMES greater risk than people who consumed 200 g/week of fish, EPA, and DHA. They also noted that fatty fish consumption showed SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER dysfunction scores than lean fish.</div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; width: auto;"> </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; text-align: center; width: auto;">Fatty fish have been shown to have increased levels of DHA and EPA </div><div style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12px; width: auto;"> Obese adolescents who could have increased risk for heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic diseases linked to inflammation, also showed DRAMATIC results. The researchers showed that obese children who consumed fish, also significantly reduced inflammation markers and also improved endothelial function. All this just by INCREASING DHA, EPA, and fish intake for ONLY 3 MONTHS!Here’s To Our Fish Friends Endothelial cells are very important cells, which maintain vascular health and homeostasis. But even these cells are not immune to damage caused by free radicals. In order to maintain vascular health, it is important to watch what you eat and increase your fish intake and essential fats, like EPA and DHA. A diet including healthy foods, plenty of fish, and <a href="http://myfitnesshut.getprograde.com/essential-fatty-acid.html" rel="nofollow" style="color: #16387c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, serif; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">increased EPA and DHA</a>, research shows, could reduce inflammation and decrease endothelial dysfunction. <a href="http://myfitnesshut.getprograde.com/essential-fatty-acid.html" rel="nofollow" style="color: #16387c; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Here Is An Easy Way To Include More DHA And EPA Into Your Day </a> <div style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium;"><div style="color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;">Mark Dilworth, BA, PES</div><div style="color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;"><a data-mce-href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/" href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">My Fitness Hut</a> </div></div></div>

Important News For People Who DO NOT Eat Fish

by Kevin DiDonato, MS, CSCS, CES Your cells are being attacked. But there IS something you can DO ABOUT IT. Every day, your body could be ge...