Did you know that Omega-3 fatty acids can help protect against both Type 2 diabetes (T2D) and cardiovascular disease?
In 2021, over 529 million people globally were living with diabetes, most of them with T2D—a condition that not only impairs the body’s ability to process sugar and fat, but also significantly raises the risk of heart disease and stroke.
But here’s the good news: T2D is preventable, and nutrition plays a key role.
Recent clinical studies from the Institut de recherche clinique de Montréal show that individuals with high levels of apoB—a marker for “bad” LDL cholesterol—are at greater risk for T2D and heart disease due to increased inflammation in fat tissue.
Researchers found that daily supplementation with Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA & DHA)—the kind found in fish oil—reduced this inflammation, improved insulin response, and even helped the body clear fat from the blood more efficiently after meals.
The result? Lower risk for both diabetes and heart disease.
How to Get Omega-3s
Eat oily fish like salmon, mackerel, or herring at least twice a week.
Plant-based sources like flaxseed can help too, but aren’t as effective in providing EPA and DHA.
Fish oil supplements are a great option—just make sure they’re certified for purity and potency (look for the IVO seal or similar).
Centrum Pharmacy carries a range of high-quality, third-party-tested Omega-3 supplements. Our pharmacists are here to help you choose the right product based on your health needs.
Let’s take a step toward better heart and metabolic health—together.
Visit us in-store or ask your pharmacist about Omega-3 supplements today!
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