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ScienceDirect.com - Brain, Behavior, and Immunity - Omega-3 fatty acids, oxidative stress, and leukocyte telomere length: A randomized controlled trial

Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation lowered the concentration of inflammatory cytokines in a research study. The data incdicates that maintaining a healthy (higher) ratio of omega-3: omega-6 fats can reduce the impact of aging on cellular health.

 

Inflammation, oxidative stress, and immune cell aging together lead to higher incidence of disease. Nutritional supplementation, including omega-3s can impact and reduce this damage.

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Protect your heart with Turmeric

Protect your heart with Turmeric | Longevity science | Scoop.it

Curcumin (extracted from the spice turmeric) is currently one of the most studied natural remedies.

 

A recent controlled study, published in the American Journal of Cardiology involved administering curcumin (or sugar pills) to bypass patients.

 

Those given curcumin pills had significantly lower levels of inflammation and oxidative stress indicators, as well as a 65% reduced risk of heart attack following the bypass surgery.

 

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