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Fish Oil May Be Helpful Towards Cholesterol, Depression, Rheumatoid Arthritis Support and More!

Fish oil contains omega-3 fatty acids, one of the two main classes of essential fatty acids. ( Omega-6 fatty acids are the other main type.) Essential fatty acids are special fats that the body needs for optimum health. Interest in … Continue reading

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5-HTP for Depression, Migraines, Weight Loss and Fibromyalgia Symptoms

Many antidepressant drugs work, at least in part, by raising serotonin levels. The supplement 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) has been tried in cases of depression for a similar reason: the body uses 5-HTP to make serotonin, so providing the body with 5-HTP … Continue reading

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St. John’s Wort for Mild to Moderate Depression

St. John’s wort is a common perennial herb of many branches and bright yellow flowers that grows wild in much of the world. Its name derives from the herb’s tendency to flower around the feast of St. John. (A wort … Continue reading

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