The omega-3 index, you know?
QUEBEC (PasseportSanté.net) March 21, 2005 – The omega-3 index could be a marker of risk is very useful and very accurate for heart disease, according to William S. Harris, an expert known worldwide for his research on omega-3 and disease cardiovasculaires1. Mr. Harris spoke at a day conference on omega-3 held in Quebec2.
What is the omega-3 index?
This index is based on measuring the amount of total fatty acids of red blood cells. It represents the combined EPA and DHA and is expressed as a percentage. The omega-3 index ideal, depending on the work of Mr. Harris, is from 8% to 10% that is to say that at this rate, the tissue content of EPA + DHA provides a cardioprotective effect maximum . “Of course, these figures could change in coming years,” Harris said, as and as we refine this tool, as it happened for cholesterol goals that have been modified over time . “
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