Fats and Oils: Information and Health Benefits | Publications
Summary: Disabled World's Fats and Oils section offers a comprehensive collection of articles and research papers focusing on the impact of various fats and oils on health. Topics range from studies indicating that high omega-6 fatty acid levels can protect against premature death to research suggesting that omega-3s from fish may be more effective than those from flax in cancer prevention. Other articles explore how high-fat diets might increase longevity and strength, and discuss the potential benefits of saturated fats. These publications provide valuable insights into dietary choices, particularly for individuals with disabilities and seniors, by presenting peer-reviewed studies and informative articles that can guide healthier eating habits and improve overall well-being.
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| Title and Description | Ed | Publish Revised |
|---|---|---|
| High Omega-6 Fatty Acid Levels Can Protect Against Premature Death Linoleic acid is the most common polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid and study reveals the higher the blood linoleic acid level, the smaller the risk of premature death. | 2018/04/01 2023/09/21 | |
| Omega-3 from Fish Better Than from Flax for Cancer Prevention Study shows Omega-3s from fish pack a stronger punch than flaxseed and other oils when it comes to cancer prevention. | 2018/01/27 | |
| Eat Fat and Live Longer - High Fat Diet Increases Longevity and Strength Recent study demonstrated high fat, or ketogenic, diet not only increases longevity but also improves physical strength. | 2017/09/14 2026/03/30 | |
| Saturated Fats May Actually be Good for You Diet intervention study (FATFUNC) raises questions regarding validity of diet hypothesis that dietary fat and particularly saturated fat is unhealthy for most people. | 2016/12/05 2021/04/20 | |
| Omega-3 Fish oil Supplements May Improve Muscle Function For Senior Women Taking omega-3 supplements could improve muscle function potentially increasing quality of life and preventing unnecessary falls and loss of independence. | 2016/11/20 | |
| Including Canola Oil in Diet May Cut Belly Fat According to health researchers including canola oil in a healthy diet may help reduce abdominal fat in as little as four weeks. | 2016/11/02 2020/04/21 | |
| Eating Seafood Weekly May Slow Memory Loss Eating seafood or other food containing omega-3 fatty acids once a week may protect against age-related memory loss and thinking problems in seniors. | 2016/05/16 2017/02/20 | |
| Is Genetically Modified Soybean Oil Healthy? Research shows GM soybean oil is as unhealthy as conventional soybean oil, with one benefit: no resistance to insulin. | 2015/03/09 2021/08/26 | |
| Baked or Broiled Fish for Brain Health? Study reveals eating baked or broiled fish once a week is good for the brain, regardless of how much omega-3 fatty acid it contains. | 2014/08/04 2020/12/29 | |
| Canola Oil Beneficial for People with Type 2 Diabetes Patients on canola bread diet saw reduction in blood glucose levels and significant reduction in LDL cholesterol levels. | 2014/06/16 2021/07/04 | |
| Treatment of Intestinal Dysbiosis with Siberian Pine Nut Oil Information regarding the use of pine nut oil for ailments of the stomach and intestinal tract. | 2014/02/08 2021/09/07 | |
| Additional Benefits of DHA and Omega-3 Fatty Acids Discovered Research was one of the first of its type to use metabolomics an analysis of metabolites that reflect the many biological effects of omega-3 fatty acids on the liver. | 2014/01/25 | |
| For Protection Against liver Disease Some Omega-3 Oils Better than Others Research has discovered a particular omega-3 has a more powerful effect in preventing liver inflammation and fibrosis than other fatty acids. | 2013/02/07 | |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids Still Matter According to Analysis of Fish Oil Studies Both fish consumption and dietary omega-3 fatty acid supplements may still help prevent heart disease and some fatty acids are more effective than others. | 2012/11/29 | |
| Avocado Oil Shields Mitochondria from Free Radical Damage Research shows avocado oil protects mitochondria from free radicals, supporting cellular health and energy, with potential benefits for aging and chronic disease. | ✓ ✓ | 2012/04/23 2025/04/15 |
| Omega 3 Fish Oil May Hold Key to Leukemia Cure A compound produced from fish oil that appears to target leukemia stem cells could lead to a cure for the disease. | 2011/12/22 2021/11/11 | |
| Boosting Brown Fat Levels May Combat Obesity Epidemic Increasing the amount of brown fat in children may be effective approach at combating increasing rate of obesity and diabetes in children. | 2011/08/16 2013/06/03 | |
| Oil of Oregano May Improve Arthritis The high potency of oregano oil active substances can definitely give relief to those who are suffering from arthritis. | 2011/05/19 2024/03/27 | |
| George Foreman Grill Removes up to 42% Fat from Hamburgers George Foreman brand has spent nearly two decades dedicated to providing practical solutions that help people Knock Out the Fat. | 2011/05/12 | |
| Safflower Oil Health Benefits Daily dose of safflower oil can improve health measures as good cholesterol blood sugar insulin sensitivity and inflammation in obese postmenopausal women who have Type 2 diabetes. | 2011/03/21 | |
| Fish Oil Helps with Weight Loss During Chemotherapy Supplementing diet with fish oil may prevent muscle and weight loss that occurs in cancer patients who undergo chemotherapy. | 2011/02/28 | |
| Omega-3 Fish Oil Helps Keep Your Heart Healthy Omega-3 fish oils, rich in EPA and DHA have become popular supplements due to their well-documented benefits on the cardiovascular system. | 2011/02/25 2024/09/01 | |
| Lavender Oil Provides Anti-fungal Effect Lavender oil could be used to combat the increasing incidence of anti-fungal-resistant infections. | 2011/02/15 | |
| Call for Truth in Trans Fats Labeling by FDA Case Western Reserve study shows how deceptive food labels lead to increased risk of deadly diseases. | 2011/01/03 | |
| Omega-3 Linked to Improvements in Bone, Gum and Heart Conditions Omega-3 fatty acids may reduce inflammation symptoms of gum disease and risk of abnormal heartbeats early after cardiac surgery. | 2010/12/29 | |
| Fish Oil DHA Limits Brain Damage When Given After Stroke NIH-funded research finds DHA from fish oil reduces stroke brain tissue damage by up to 66 percent and promotes recovery when administered within five hours. | ✓ ✓ | 2010/11/08 2026/02/14 |
| Garlic Oil Protective Effect Against Heart Disease in Diabetes Garlic has significant potential for preventing cardiomyopathy that is a leading cause of death in people with diabetes. | 2010/10/06 | |
| Saturated Fat has Only Very Limited Impact on Cardiovascular Disease Risk New evidence shows that saturated fat intake has only a very limited impact on cardiovascular disease risk. | 2010/10/01 | |
| Delaying Fat Digestion to Curb Appetite Slowing down fat digestion, and ultimately to create food structures that induce satiety. | 2010/08/19 2019/02/18 | |
| Omega-3s Fatty Acids May Benefit Lungs, Uterus, Ears and Heart Omega-3s May Benefit the Lungs, Uterus and Ears in Addition to the Heart. | 2010/08/14 | |
| Olive-oil Enriched Diet Helps Breast Cancer Survivors Olive-oil produces greater weight loss in breast cancer survivors compared to a more traditional low-fat diet. | 2010/06/04 2014/07/15 | |
| Omega-3 Oils May Hinder Psychotic Disorders and Aging Seafood omega-3s may hinder dry eye syndrome psychotic disorders and premature aging. | 2010/04/08 2015/04/19 | |
| Status of Fish Oil with Regards to Purity Krill is expensive for the amount of Omega 3 you get and fish can convert other fatty acids to Omega 3 in a way humans can not. | 2010/04/02 2019/03/13 | |
| Omega 3 Fish Oil May Reduce Psychotic Disorders Long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids are a promising intervention in individuals with schizophrenia. | 2010/02/02 2016/06/13 | |
| Eggs of Marine Life is Best Natural Source of Omega-3 The roe of hake lumpsucker and salmon is the best dietary source of Omega 3 fatty acids. | 2009/12/11 | |
| Omega-3 Fish Oils and Rheumatoid Arthritis Precisely why taking fish oils can help with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis. | 2009/10/28 | |
| Study Supports Brain Power of Fish in Seniors Oily fish are rich in omega 3 fatty acids which studies suggest are related to cognitive function in later life. | 2009/07/18 | |
| Safflower Oil and Conjugated Linoleic Acid Lower Body Fat Safflower oil and conjugated linoleic acid can lower body fat in obese postmenopausal women with Type 2 diabetes. | 2009/07/07 2010/10/11 | |
| Interesting Facts About Fats and Cholesterol - Have We Been Brainwashed Examining the role fatty acids play in the food industry, and their role as essential nutrients within the human body. | 2009/06/20 2016/12/05 | |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids Impact Age-related Macular Degeneration Progression Omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty fish such as tuna and salmon may protect against progression of age related macular degeneration. | 2009/06/18 2013/08/01 | |
| Eating Fatty Fish Reduces Male Risk of Heart Failure Eating fatty fish just once a week reduces risk of heart failure adding evidence that omega-3 fatty acids are of benefit to cardiac health. | 2009/04/22 | |
| Shoppers Avoid Certain Trans Fats Products When consumers are exposed to information about harmful effects of trans fat they buy fewer products high in trans fat. | 2009/04/20 | |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Benefit Cancer Patients Undergoing Major Operations Studies found nutritional supplements containing a form of omega 3 fat significantly reduced weight loss among inoperable cancer patients. | 2009/04/13 2009/09/01 | |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids Reduce Risk of Advanced Prostate Cancer Omega-3 fatty acids appear protective against prostate cancer, and may be modified by genetic variant in COX-2 gene. | 2009/03/25 | |
| Health Benefits of Olive Oil Olive oil is a good addition to a healthy diet as, among other things, it contains a combination of Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids. | 2009/03/24 2024/03/27 | |
| Why Humans Need Essential Fatty Acids Essential fatty acids omega-3 and omega-6 support cell health, brain function, and immune system. Learn about proper ratios and supplementation needs. | ✓ ✓ | 2009/03/24 2025/06/28 |
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