BENEFITS OF COD LIVER OIL

Possible health benefits of cod liver oil

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Apart from being a good source of nutrients, studies have found that cod liver oil may have some very important therapeutic properties.

Cod liver oil is thought to help relieve joint stiffness associated with arthritis, have a positive effect on cardiovascular health, and help repair wounded teeth, nails, hair, and skin.
Let's take a look at the possible health benefits of cod liver oil in more detail. It is important to note that more evidence is required before any health benefit links are proved definitive.

1 Cod liver oil is the right kind of fat :

fat is essential for every single cell in your body. Eating the right kinds of fats (like the omega 3 fatty acids in cod liver oil) will make the skin glow, increase vitamin and mineral absorption and boost the immune system. Fat keeps you full and satiated. When you consume fat,

 

Age-related macular degeneration :

Several studies have suggested that omega 3s support eye health and prevent macular degeneration. These findings have not been consistent in all studies, however. Other nutrients that have been found to be helpful in preventing AMD are carotenoids, which can minimize the damage and reduce the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration. Cod liver oil is also high in carotenoids. Vitamin A was actually first discovered in butterfat and cod liver oil

Repairing wounds :

One study assessed the effect of topically applying cod liver oil ointment on wounds using a hairless mouse ear wound model. The scientists concluded that topical application of 25% cod liver oil ointment "significantly accelerated both the epithelial and the vascular component of healing compared with saline.

Reduces Cancer Risks :

Sun exposure remains the most important factor known to reduce the risk of breast cancer.  However, a Nurses’ Health Study found that vitamin D supplementation can also significantly reduce breast cancer risks.

Boosts Brain Health :

Studies involving newborns support that DHA is vital for the development of brain and emotional health and is especially important in premature infants .  Omega-3 fats inhibit the inflammatory responses that can cause metabolic alterations that are known triggers of Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, depression and abnormal hormone signaling in the hypothalamus region of the brain




OTHER BENEFITS OF COD LIVER OIL ARE.
Dozens of studies have linked cod liver oil with the following benefits:

• lowering high cholesterol and high triglycerides
• preventing and treating diabetes
• lowering high blood pressure
• preventing heart disease
• reducing risk for osteoarthritis
• treating depression
• lowering risk for autoimmune diseases
• fighting eye disorders  and protecting eye sight
• treating ear infections, allergies and asthma
• preventing and treating kidney disease
• helping to heal skin wounds
• maintaining bone health and preventing fractures

 

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