Garry Gordon M.D. D.O. M.D. (H.) - The OMEGA-3 Miracle: The Icelandic Longevity Secret that Offers Super Protection Against Heart Disease, Cancer, Diabetes,

The OMEGA-3 Miracle

The Icelandic Longevity Secret that Offers
Super Protection Against Heart Disease, Cancer, Diabetes,
Arthritis, Premature Aging, and Deadly Inflammation

by Garry Gordon, M.D., D.O., M.D.(H.)

and

Herb Joiner-Bey, N.D.

Copyright 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007

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Contents

Introduction

ICELANDIC FISH OILS

I n the icy North Atlantic waters lives an island nation of people who have endured the challenges of harsh weather, rugged terrain and long seasons of darkness for over one thousand years. These are the people of Iceland.

Today, Icelanders are a medical marvel. They have less heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke than any other nationality in the world. In fact, they are 20 times more likely to live longer than Americans. Studies show they live these extra years in fine health, experiencing the greatest measures of happiness and contentment.

Furthermore, Iceland has the lowest rate of infant mortality. Icelandic women give birth to the healthiest infants having possibly the most advanced immune and nervous systems, with optimum brain and eye development.

What is it about the remarkable longevity of Icelanders that the rest of the world can learn from? What is their secret to living longer, healthier lives than anyone else?

Major scientific research conducted in the 1970s first identified certain fatty acids in fish found near Iceland that had remarkable healthful benefits. In 1982, a landmark study, conducted by a team of Scandinavian scientists, earned them the Nobel Prize for their discoveries of the workings of these substances.

The essence of what they discovered is something that you and all of your loved ones can take advantage of every day to live longer and healthier lives.

According to the Icelandic Longevity Institute, the daily intake of fish oilsunusually rich in essential fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid)is unique to Icelanders. It starts with small children and continues with even the oldest adults. The Icelandic Longevity Institute has scientific studies from around the world that show how EPA and DHA have a profound impact on maintaining good health and helping to prevent and control serious health disorders, including heart disease, cardiovascular disease, cancerous tumors, and numerous autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Key findings include:

EPA & DHAEssential for good health. EPA is necessary to create prostaglandins to promote superior cardiovascular health and optimal cell membrane formation. DHA is vital for proper development and functioning of the brain, eyes, and autoimmune system.

Promotes arterial flexibilityOmega-3 fatty acids promote the flexibility and elasticity of coronary arteries. Without omega-3, artery walls can become hard, with microscopic cracks and pockets that can become receptacles for life-threatening cholesterol.

Fights joint diseaseOmega-3 fatty acids maintain cell and joint suppleness, even decreasing pain and tenderness and the need for anti-inflammatory drugs.

Increases brain functionOmega-3s promote neurotransmission in the brain and increase intellectual capacity

Positive effect on cholesterolOmega-3s help increase high-density lipoproteins (HDLs, the "good" cholesterol), and decrease low-density lipoproteins (LDLs, the "bad" cholesterol).

Lowered triglyceridesNo other natural compound to date seems to be more effective than omega-3 to lower triglycerides, a major risk factor for heart disease.

Reduced risk of blood clotsOmega-3s lower fibrinogen, which converts to fibrin, the main component of blood clots and thrombi, which can cause heart disease.

Lowered chance of heart attackLipoprotein(a) which contributes to myocardial infarction is markedly reduced by intake of omega-3s.

Recommended for diabeticsOmega-3 fish oils provide all these positive benefits without risk of increasing blood sugar.

Fights signs of agingSkin is one of the fastest reproducing cell networks in the body and needs omega-3 fatty acids to replenish and maintain the optimum cellular moisture balance. Without these essential fatty acids, skin cells age prematurely.

The healthful benefits of omega-3, also known as polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), have been shown to increase the longer you take it. The recommended intake is approximately 1,000 mg daily, but higher doses can be taken for the treatment of specific disease problems upon the direction of your health advisor.

Icelanders are living proof of the importance of omega-3 fatty acids. According to an article by Richard C. Morais, entitled "Who are the happiest people?" (Forbes; Oct 23rd 1995), Icelanders "have the world's lowest infant mortality rate, and are fantastically long-lived."

Even more, it's been found that Icelanders are remarkably free of depression, unlike many other northern nations. According to an article by Ruut Veenhoven, entitled "Happy life expectancyA comprehensive measure of quality of life in nations" (Social Indicators Research; Number 39, 1996), "The top three happiest nations [are] Sweden, the Netherlands, and at the top of the league, Iceland." Omega-3s have been clinically proven to prevent the onset of depression.

Over the last century, Icelanders started commercially producing the essential fatty acids that have been in their diet for hundreds of years. They depend on this locally processed fish oil to maintain their historical nutritional needs now that fish is too expensive for them to eat on a daily basis. You'll find their fish oil products in every cupboard in Iceland. Whereas American and European diets lack the essential fatty acids found in oily, fatty fishin fact, they consume omega-6 fats, which are found in most cooking oils and meats and linked to heart disease and other chronic ailments, far out of proportion to omega-3sIcelanders have maintained their historically correct omega-3 intake (close to 3 to 1, omega-6s to omega-3s) and, hence, their good health.