Episode 459

The Mind-Blowing Science of Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Heart Health, Brain Health and Longevity

With Dr. William Harris
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What if there was one key nutrient that could help improve your health, increase longevity, reduce chronic inflammation, and even reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s? You’ve probably heard of this crucial nutrient: Omega-3! But did you know that over 90% of the population has suboptimal omega-3 levels? 

Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Dr. Bill Harris, a world-renowned researcher, to discuss the decades of research he has conducted on omega-3s, and its correlation to longer life spans, reduced rates of depression, anxiety, and Alzheimer’s, and reducing chronic inflammation. Dr. Harris shares that omega-3 is one of the most researched nutrients and one of the top three nutrients that can drastically improve our health. 

Dr. Harris shares his findings on what to look for in consuming quality fish, supplements, optimal levels, and how to test your levels via the OmegaQuant Institute. If you want inspiration on why you need to dial in your omega-3 levels, this episode is for you! 

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For more on Dr. Harris, follow OmegaQuant via Instagram @Omega3index, Twitter and Facebook. 

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I hope you enjoyed this conversation as much as I did.
Wishing you health and happiness.
Dhru Purohit

In this Episode, you will learn

  1. Higher levels of omega-3’s lead to a longer life
    (2:30)
  2. Omega-3s are in the top three nutrients that can improve our health
    (5:12)
  3. Mindblowing research on smokers and the protective nature of omega-3s
    (9:21)
  4. The link between low omega-3s, depression, mood, and anxiety
    (14:10)
  5. High levels of omega-3s and their correlation to reducing the risk for dementia and Alzheimer’s
    (18:31)
  6. The research behind omega-3’s and reducing chronic inflammation
    (22:42)
  7. The average omega-3 levels versus optimal levels
    (24:55)
  8. What has led to omega-3 deficiencies and the rise in ultra-processed food consumption
    (29:45)
  9. Reducing triglyceride levels with fish oil and the impact on our cells
    (31:00)
  10. What are EPA, DHA, and ALA, and the sources of each
    (35:02)
  11. How much fish consumption is optimal, and what kind
    (43:01)
  12. Testing your levels via the Omega-3 index and optimal ranges
    (46:49)
  13. Algae-based oils and their impact on levels
    (56:04)
  14. Choosing the right fish oil and general dosage
    (59:15)
  15. Diets for military personnel and the consistently low levels of omega-3s
    (1:12:22)
  16. Timeframe to reach optimal levels
    (1:15:30)
  17. Testing pregnant women and children
    (1:21:24)
  18. Why the omega-3s aren’t being tested for and prescribed by every doctor
    (1:24:25)

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Dhru Purohit

Dhru is the host of the Dhru Purohit Show, a top 30 health podcast with over 30 million downloads. His interviews focus on the inner workings of the brain and the body and feature the brightest minds in wellness, medicine, and mindset.

Dhru Purohit is also a serial entrepreneur and investor in the health and wellness industry.

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Dr. William Harris

William S. Harris, PhD, FASN, has been a leading researcher in the omega-3 fatty acid field for 40 years. He has over 300 scientific papers on fatty acids and health, has been on the faculty of three medical schools, and received 5 NIH grants to study omega-3. He co-authored three AHA statements on fatty acids and heart health. As the co-inventor of the Omega-3 Index (and other omega-3 blood tests) and founder of OmegaQuant Analytics, Dr. Harris has been ranked among the top 2% of scientists worldwide based on the impact of his research.

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