Taking 2g of THIS Supplement Daily Could Extend Your Life By 5 Years

About this video

• Video Title: Taking 2g of THIS Supplement Daily Could Extend Your Life By 5 Years
• Channel: FoundMyFitness Clips
• Speakers: Rhonda Patrick
• Duration: 12:53

Overview

This video discusses the importance of omega-3 fatty acids, their impact on longevity, and how they compare to smoking in terms of health risks. It explains how to measure omega-3 levels, the benefits of supplementing with omega-3s, and how to choose a quality supplement.

Key takeaways

• Omega-3 Index and Longevity: A high omega-3 index (8% or higher) is associated with a 5-year increase in life expectancy compared to a low index (4% or less).
• Omega-3s vs. Smoking: Low omega-3 levels can have a similar negative impact on all-cause mortality as smoking. However, high omega-3 levels in smokers do not negate the negative health impacts of smoking, particularly cardiovascular disease, which is significantly exacerbated by smoking.
• Supplementation Recommendation: Taking 2 grams of omega-3s daily can raise an individual's omega-3 index from 4% to 8%.
• Supplement Quality: When choosing an omega-3 supplement, it's important to consider the concentration of EPA and DHA, levels of contaminants (like mercury and PCBs), and the degree of oxidation. The triglyceride form is generally considered more bioavailable than the ethyl ester form.
• Dietary Sources: While wild Alaskan salmon is a good dietary source of omega-3s due to its low contaminant levels, it's difficult to determine the exact amount needed to reach optimal omega-3 levels, and supplementation may still be necessary.