Fish oil has long been a staple addition to the Paleo Diet, yet I don't recommend it. To discuss why that is we're diving into the theory of the omega-6:omega-3 ratio, why considering dose is key, inflammation, and a lot more.
Referenced Episodes:
On Exercise as an Anti-Inflammatory
On Supplements and the Worried Well
Referenced Studies:
GRAPHIC of fat nomenclature (classification).
Brown et al., 2019. Omega-3 and omega-6 fats on prevention and treatment of Type 2 diabetes.
Cochrane Review, 2018. Omega-6 fats.
Cochrane Review, 2018 and 2020. Omega-3 fats.
Hansen et al., 2020. Omega-3 and omega-6 fats on cancer diagnosis and death.
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