Fatty acids are dietary nutrients important for the healthy function of key structures and systems in the body. Two particularly important categories of fatty acids classified as essential for health are the omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Unlike other fatty acids that can be created in the body, omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids can only be obtained from the diet. Typically, foods that contain or are prepared with vegetable oils are rich in omega-6 fatty acids while the primary dietary source of omega-3 fatty acids is fatty fish.

A healthy diet should include a balance of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Regrettably, many Western diets often include too many unhealthy fried, fatty foods while not including the frequent consumption of fish, leading to an unhealthy fatty acid ratio low in omega-3 fatty acids. Increasing dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids while reducing omega-6 intake will help restore a healthy fatty acid ratio.

The scientific evidence supporting the health benefits
of omega-3 fatty acids is immense. More than 100,000 scientific studies have been published on the health benefits of fish and fish oil. From helping to balance the body’s natural anti-inflammatory response to supporting brain and cardiovascular functions, omega-3s have been widely proven in the scientific community.

Benefits of omega-3 fatty acids include boosting the body’s immune response, supporting cardiovascular health, improving joint function and mobility, promoting healthy skin, and normalizing the body’s natural anti-inflammatory response. Among these functions, EPA and DHA act as building blocks to cell membranes of every cell in the body including brain cells. Studies show that EPA and DHA support brain function and emotional wellness*.

Nutritional scientists recommend increasing daily con- sumption of omega-3 fatty acids to restore a healthy balance of fatty acids in the body. However, fresh sources of fish are not always available to consumers. Additionally, there is a growing concern as to the high levels of toxins and heavy metals present in the fish populations from which the world’s fish markets are supplied. Health professionals have even recommended that at-risk populations, such as women during pregnancy, should not consume certain types of fish.

Pharmanex’s MarineOmega is a convenient and safe way to increase dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids. The ultra- pure fish oil in MarineOmega is extracted from fish har- vested from pristine marine waters. MarineOmega is manufactured to the high standards of the 6S Quality Process, guaranteeing that each bottle is free of harmful levels of toxins, contaminants, and heavy metals. MarineOmega also contains vitamin E to preserve product freshness by preventing oxidation.

MarineOmega also contains an important scientific dis- covery—krill oil. Krill is a small ocean-going crustacean that contains a high concentration of EPA and DHA in a unique phospholipid form that passes through the harsh digestive system with DHA intact. This unique krill source passes though the brain-blood-barrier with ease, making it a logically beneficial and bioavailable source not found in other fish oil products.

Krill oil also contains the antioxidant carotenoid astaxanthin and a unique flavonoid—the first flavonoid to be extracted from a non-plant or algae source that provides additional antioxidant benefits. MarineOmega® is the first omega-3 product to con- tain the benefits of krill oil.

MarineOmega is conveniently formulated to provide an optimal level of 1200 mg/day of ultra-pure omega-3 fatty acids with krill oil rich in EPA and DHA. It also includes vanilla-infused gel capsules for a pleasant aroma and minimal fishy flavor.

Used together, MarineOmega and LifePak® constitute a comprehensive anti-aging supplement program, providing optimal levels of essential micro and macronutrients nec- essary for longevity and wellness, but typically lacking in most diets. MarineOmega works synergistically with LifePak by enhancing nutrient bioavailability and absorption for maximum health benefit*.