Archive for March 30th, 2009

Does Beta-alanine Improve Athletic Performance?
by Dr. Jarret Morrow

Beta-alanine is a naturally occurring amino acid that has some potential benefits to athletes as it is involved as a rate-limiting precursor of carnosine and has been accepted has an effective physiological hydrogen ion (H+) buffer. In contrast, beta-alanine is not involved as a precursor of proteins. Carnosine is often used in ‘anti-aging’ supplements.
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Do Fish Oil Supplements Contain Organic Pollutants?
by Dr. Jarret Morrow

Fish oil supplements are currently experiencing a wave of increasing popularity among consumers. Fish oil supplements contain essential polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) including both Omega 3 Fatty Acids as well as Omega 6 Fatty Acids. Omega 3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids that mammals are unable to produce while omega 6 fatty acids are found in fish as well as other sources.

Are you or a loved one currently taking a fish oil product?Do you know that some fish oil supplements may actually do more harm than good?

If you’ve answered ‘yes’ to one or both of these questions, continue reading to find out what you need to know BEFORE you start taking a fish oil supplement.
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