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August 19, 2019 - Issue 4753


Buyer beware — Many fish oils are synthetic

synthetic omega 3 fish oil

August 19, 2019

For best results, DHA and EPA should be in the bioavailable form of triglycerides. However, many fish oil supplements deliver these omega-3s in the form of ethyl esters - a synthetic form that's harder for your body to benefit from. Here's the best way to get your omega-3.

Dietary intake of vitamin A may prevent skin malignancy

vitamin a benefits

August 19, 2019

Vitamin A comes in two forms: carotenoids and retinoids. Research has found those getting the most from their dietary intake also had the lowest risk of skin malignancy. But, vitamin A does more than protect your skin and promote healthy aging. While supplementation may not be recommended, there are easy ways to get enough from your food.

Why you should mix coffee into your cream

Why you should mix coffee into your cream

August 19, 2019

A serendipitous event in the 1920s laid the basis for conducting scientific experiments worldwide. It started with the English practice of placing milk in a cup before pouring in the tea, but discriminating tastes begged to differ. It turns out there is a scientific basis for the argument that the order you add milk to tea or coffee can change the taste, but there are other factors to consider before you drink your brew.

Weekly health quiz: Sleep, autophagy and privacy

week 92 health quiz

August 19, 2019

Take this week's quiz to see how well you remember what you read on Mercola.com last week.