How to Choose Essential Fatty Acid Omega 3 Supplements - FAQ

WHAT ARE FATTY ACIDS?

For the human body to function normally, it needs to have a sufficient amount of fatty acids. Fatty acids are important for all organs, skin, brain, blood circulation, immune system function and respiratory system.

Fatty acids are the building blocks of which fat is composed in our bodies and in the food. When digested, our bodies break down fats into fatty acids, which then are absorbed into the blood. Fatty acids help the formation of different molecules in the body, and have many important functions, including:

- energy storage,

- building healthy cells,

- oxygen transport throughout the body.

WHAT TYPES OF FATTY ACIDS ARE THERE? WHY DO I NEED ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS? 

Of all fatty acids in the human body, 60% are unsaturated and 40% are saturated. Both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids are important for health.

Some unsaturated fatty acids (omega-6 linoleic acid and omega-3 a-linolenic acid), which are deemed essential are not produced by our bodies and can be obtained only from external sources (food or supplements). Some essential fatty acids that are vital for health are rare in average daily diet. Insufficient intake of essential fatty acids may result in various diseases. This is why supplements containing those fatty acids are helpful for the body.

WHAT ARE OMEGA 3-6-9 FATTY ACIDS?

Omega-3 fatty acids (ω-3 fatty acids or n-3 fatty acids) are a type of unsaturated fatty acids (polyunsaturated fatty acids). The three types of omega-3 fatty acids involved in human physiology are α-linolenic acid (ALA) (found in plant oils), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) (both commonly found in marine oils). All these components can be found in Cavsor.

Omega-6 fatty acids (ω-6 fatty acids or n-6 fatty acids) are a type of unsaturated fatty acids (polyunsaturated fatty acids).Two of them, Linoleic acid (LA) and Gamma-Linolenic acid (GLA) are the most important for human physiology. They can be found in various types of nuts, seeds and vegetable oils. Cavsor contains Omega-6 fatty acids.

Omega-9 fatty acids (ω−9 fatty acids or n−9 fatty acids) are a family of unsaturated fatty acids (monounsaturated fatty acids). A physiologically important type of Omega-9 fatty acid is Oleic acid (a component of Cavsor), which can be found in olive oil and macadamia oil.

WHAT IS EICOSAPENTAENOIC ACID (EPA) AND DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID (DHA)? 

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are Omega-3 fatty acids which are important to cardiovascular, immune and nervous systems. Both are components of Cavsor.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CAVSOR AND OTHER FATTY ACIDS SUPPLEMENTS? 

• Cavsor is a blend of non-GMO natural oils from borage, flaxseed, and fish. This combination provides a rich supply of omega 3, 6, and 9 fatty acids, which are important to cardiovascular, immune and nervous systems, and eye health.
• Cavsor contains 120 mg of Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and 80mg Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) -Omega-3 fatty acids which are important to cardiovascular, immune and nervous systems.
• Cavsor contains some unsaturated fatty acids (omega-6 linoleic acid and omega-3 a-linolenic acid), which are deemed essential, and enter the body exclusively from external sources.
• Cavsor contains 10 IU of vitamin E, which provides an additional antioxidant effect. Vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant, protects easily oxidizable monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) and (PUFAs) from oxidation, therefore protecting them from inactivation, which ensures high efficiency of the product.

Unlike many other supplements, Cavsor comes in the form of a softgel and has the following advantages:

• Softgels are easy to swallow and once swallowed, release their contents very quickly.
• Softgels minimize stomach discomfort.
• Softgels are ideal for oils as they protect oils from oxidation.
• Softgels are resistant to temperature fluctuations, making them easy to transport and store.
• Softgels have the ability to mask odor and unpleasant taste of fish oil.
• Softgels may enhance the bioavailability of the active ingredients. This is the most widely recognized benefit of softgel technology.

CAN I TAKE CAVSOR WITH STATINS? 

Cavsor can be taken with statins for the following reasons:

1. A number of studies have documented the beneficial cardiovascular effects of an increased consumption of fatty acids that are components of Cavsor. These effects are recognized by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.
2. The Japan EPA Lipid Intervention Study (JELIS) investigated the effect of Eicosapentaenoic acid (one of the components of Cavsor) administered in combination with statins in 18,645 patients with hypercholesterolemia. This study revealed a statistically significant (19%) reduction in major coronary events, including myocardial infarction, in patients taking the supplement.
3. Statins are often used to reduce cholesterol levels. Hypercholesterolemia is a major risk factor for ischemic heart disease. 

CAN I TAKE CAVSOR IF I HAVE DIABETES? 

Cavsor contains three n-3 (also called omega-3) polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), two n-6 (omega-6) and one n-9 (omega-9) PUFAs. Whereas both n-3 and n-6 PUFAs are thought to be beneficial for patients with diabetes, in particular by improving lipid profiles, much more is known about the effects of n-3 than those of n-6 PUFAs. Since fish is a good source of n-3 PUFAs, many studies have assessed the effects of n-3 PUFA intake and/or fish consumption (as a measure n-3 PUFA intake) in diabetic patients or the potential role of n-3 PUFAs in the prevention of diabetes. Although n-3 PUFAs do have beneficial effects in diabetic patients, it should be noted that they do not affect fasting glucose or insulin levels.

IS CAVSOR SAFE FOR PATIENTS WITH ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE OR MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION? 

It is estimated that about 17% of all deaths in men and 10% in women are caused by ischemic heart disease. Ischemic heart disease is the major cause of myocardial infarction (heart attack).

A number of studies have documented the beneficial cardiovascular effects of increased consumption of n-3 (also called omega-3) and n-6 (omega-6) polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). Cavsor contains three n-3 (including eicosapentaenoic acid, or EPA, and docosahexaenoic acid, or DHA), two n-6, and one n-9 PUFAs.

The beneficial effects of PUFAs, in particular their ability to reduce the risk of fatal ischemic heart disease, are recognized by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.

WHAT IS CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME (CFS)? HOW CAN CAVSOR HELP OVERCOME IT? 

Chronic fatigue syndrome is characterized by persistent exhaustion and most often occurs between the ages of 20–40, although children are sometimes also affected. According to an estimate by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome affects more than 1 million people in the USA. The main symptom of the syndrome is fatigue, both physical and mental, which is not alleviated by resting or sleeping. Fatigue may be accompanied by other symptoms, some of which appear to be directly linked to fatigue (inability to concentrate, poor memory, headaches, insomnia), whereas others are not directly related to fatigue (pain in muscles, joints, lymph nodes, or stomach, headaches, sore throat, lymph node enlargement in the neck or armpits).

The exact causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are unknown but may include infection, immunity-related problems, hormonal disturbances, or psychological stress.

In the absence of a definite cure, there are indications that patients with CFS and related conditions have reduced levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) and that PUFA supplementation may alleviate the CFS symptoms. Taking into account various beneficial health effects of PUFA supplementation, it would make sense for CFS patients to consider taking PUFA supplements such as Cavsor.

HOW CAN CAVSOR SUPPORT EYE HEALTH? 

The deficiency of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in the body has detrimental effects on all parts of the eye and especially on the retina. Therefore, patients with diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, dry eye syndrome, and cataract should always include essential lipids and omega fatty acids in their daily diet. The rationale behind supplementation with Cavsor is its balanced content of omega-3, -6 and -9 fatty acids.

Since omega-3 PUFAs are important structural components of cell membranes in the nervous system tissue, including the retina, and are membrane-protective, they are required for the normal functioning of the optic nerve and vision in general.

A clear advantage of Cavsor is the presence of 10 IU of vitamin E, which provides an additional antioxidant effect on eye tissue.

HOW LONG CAN I TAKE CAVSOR?

The absence of side effects and safety of long-term intake of Cavsor ingredients have been confirmed by clinical studies. Therefore, there are no time restrictions on regular intake of Cavsor, if consumed at the approved daily dosage of 1 softgel a day.