DHA: The Magnificent Marine Oil (Health Learning Handbook) [Paperback]

Beth M. Ley (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 1998 | Series: Health Learning Handbook

This book reviews the scientific literature on this popular supplement explaining the importance and many benefits of this substance. DHA is short for docosahexaenoic acid, which one of the Omega-3 fatty acids found in cold water marine sources such as algae and fish such as salmon, sardines, haddock and tuna. Omega-3 fatty acids are an essential part of our daily diet, but deficiencies are prevalent as few individuals consume its food sources on a regular basis.

This important structural fatty acid forms 25% of the brain. Adequate dietary amounts are needed to support healthy brain and visual formation throughout all stages of life (beginning in the womb via the mother). DHA deficiencies are seen among individuals with memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease, depression, ADD and ADHD (adults and children), addiction disorders (especially alcoholism), aggression disorders and schizophrenia.

DHA is also involved in prostaglandin regulation and production which have hundreds of important functions in the body such as regulation of cholesterol and triglycerides, clotting, inflammation, metabolism, insulin, etc. This is why sufficient levels of DHA are important for individuals with coronary artery disease, inflammatory disorders such as arthritis, allergies, asthma, and psoriasis, diabetes, and also cancer. DHA is even necessary for proper weight regulation.

New and exciting research has demonstrated how DHA supplementation can help many individuals with these conditions and many others. The book discusses the benefits of supplementation, reviews food sources of DHA, and even offers a few of the authors favorite salmon recipes.

Product Details

• Paperback: 120 pages
• Publisher: Bl Pubns (November 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1890766011
• ISBN-13: 978-1890766016
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.1 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,150,288 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #46 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Health, Mind & Body > Nutrition > Vitamins & Supplements
  • #53 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Health, Mind & Body > Alternative Medicine > Supplements

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book, but could use improvement, September 22, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: DHA: The Magnificent Marine Oil (Health Learning Handbook) (Paperback)

This book is easy to read. The author describes the various stages of digestion, the role that friendly bacteria plays in digestion, and discusses probiotic treatment options for various illnesses. However, there is a chapter that recommends how to buy probiotics. I realized that it only leads to one brand of friendly bacteria, which happens to endorse the book. Most of the other probiotic brands are ruled out through various comments. I made the mistake and bought the recommended strand, thinking they were the best and there were no other options available. Be aware that other stuff is out there, and the information in the book doesn't give an objective picture of what to buy.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative, July 11, 2001

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Christine M. Bailey (Gibsonia, PA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Health Benefits of Probiotics (Latest Research Showing Benefits for Digestion, Cholesterol, Yeast Infection, Immune System, Colon Cancer, Ulcers, etc) (Paperback)

Perfect! Just what I was looking for. Lots of information in a small easy to read pamphlet. Good starting point for more in depth research.

4 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative, thorough, understandable, June 16, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Health Benefits of Probiotics (Latest Research Showing Benefits for Digestion, Cholesterol, Yeast Infection, Immune System, Colon Cancer, Ulcers, etc) (Paperback)

Needing to do some research on the subject of DHA, I selected this book without any expectations. However, I was very pleased by the author's apparent knowledge of the subject matter, and her ability to explain fairly complicated concepts without being tedious or condescending. DHA as a nutritional supplement isn't all that well-known as yet, but I feel sure it will become a household word in the near future. As that time approaches, and people want to learn more on the subject, this author should prove to be an excellent resource. I have read this book pretty carefully and thoroughly, and have learned a lot from it. I will be buying more of her books on other subjects.