100 Caps - Endocrine Nutraceuticals peakomega3™ Ultimate support for cell membrane health peakomega3™ enteric-coated softgel capsules contain a ratio of essential omega-3 fatty acids to specifically support optimal cell membrane health, which is critical for the production and function of all hormones. There are 450 mgs of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and 150 mgs of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) per serving. The high DHA:EPA ratio of 3:1 makes This formulation extremely beneficial for cell membrane health & function. Improves function of adrenal gland, and the ability to tolerate stress without having an exaggerated stress response. Supports proper function of insulin, decreasing risk of insulin resistance. Supports androgen function, decreasing risk of androgen excess diseases. Decreases risk of estrogen dependent cancers. Improves bone formation. Normal melatonin production by the pineal gland. Active Ingredients: DHA modifies cell membranes by changing the lipid structure of the membrane in such a way as to actually affect how the cell accepts signals, such as hormone signals. It also affects the movement of molecules within the cell, which affect organelles in the cell such as the mitochondria. Mitochondria are the principal energy source of the cell. Incorporating DHA into the mitochondrial membranes improves the function of the membrane and enhances mitochondrial ability to create cellular energy. In addition to improving cell membrane response to hormones, DHA improves function of brain and nerve tissue through docosahexaenoic acid signaling pathways, which decrease inflammation and support normal nerve function. These pathways may be affected in stroke, age-related macular degeneration, spinal cord injury, Alzheimer's disease, and other diseases that include neuro-inflammatory components. Proper function of these pathways are involved in memory function, learning ability, and proper sleep. Post-menopausal women, who often have low levels of docosahexaenoic acid and other fatty acids, can reduce their risks of osteoporosis, heart disease and estrogen dependent cancers by improving both DHA & EPA levels. In bone, DHA increases calcium content in bone significantly more so than EPA. For men, both DHA and EPA inhibit androgen-stimulated cell growth and androgen induced prostatespecific antigen (PSA) protein in a dose-dependent manner. In animal studies, DHA lowered aldosterone 33% and corticosterone 18%, diminishing the stress response action and associated hypertension by directly affecting steroid hormone metabolism. Blood sugar metabolism is improved by the ability of DHA to improve insulin sensitivity and function by increasing the number of available insulin receptor sites on the plasma membrane. Cardiac function is improved, and the mitochondria in heart cells (which require a lot of energy) are protected by DHA. Both EPA & DHA can act as precursors for anti-inflammatory prostaglandins decrease the formation of pro-inflammatory prostaglandin, thereby reducing inflammation induced atherosclerosis. DHA is the precursor of neuroprotective docosanoids, which contribute to cellular function, protection, and repair in the nervous system; improving brain, spinal cord, retina, and peripheral nerve function, and decreasing diseases that affect them. Low DHA levels adversely influence mental performance and behavior, and have been correlated with neurological changes in disposition, memory and vision. Each peakomeaga3 is derived from marine lipid concentrate and processed by molecular distillation to eliminate heavy metals PCBs and other toxins to below detectable levels for human consumption, without causing trans-fats. The molecular distillation also is used to concentrate DHA & EPA at a high ratio. Size: 90 capsules Serving Size: 3 capsules |