Foundational Nutrition: Cod Liver Oil

Lemon Mint Flavor

   Garden of Life Olde World Icelandic Cod Liver Oil

Garden of Life Cod Liver Oil is harvested from the liver of Cod fish near the island nation of Iceland. The benefits of Cod Liver Oil include heart disease prevention, cancer and depression and has notably been an important part of the Icelandic people's diet. This supplement is rich in Vitamin A and D. Cod liver oil has Omega-3 fatty acids too which can assist in heart disease prevention. In fact it is one of nature's richest sources of natural Vitamins A and D known today. The Vitamins A and D in Olde World Icelandic Cod Liver Oil support normal calcium, metabolism, normal bone development, and help maintain healthy bone structure. It has more of these vitamins occuring in it naturally than any other type of common food. Regular use of Cod Liver Oil has supported the overall health of the Icelandic people for hundreds of years. Now, this Garden of Life Cod Liver Oil product is available to you through Whole Food Today to support your overall health.

   Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

One important compound and benefits of Cod Liver Oil is its Omega 3 fatty acids. It has been shown in supportive, but not conclusive research, that consumption of EPA and DHA which are found in Omega 3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of and assist in the aid of coronary heart disease prevention. One serving of Olde World Icelandic Cod Liver Oil provides over 750mg of EPA and DHA Omega-3 fatty acids. EPA which is found in Cod Liver Oil helps the body with inflammation. This is why Cod Liver Oil may help to support elasticity in the blood vessels as well as altar the lining of the arteries especially after damage occurs.

Scientific studies show that cod liver oil Omega 3 may help fight other diseases such as cancer, depression, arthritis, diabetes, ulcers and many others. It has also been show to increase energy levels and helps in concentration enhancement as well as support healthy neurological and brain functions.

Recent studies have shown that most people do not consume sufficient amounts of Omega 3 fatty acids. This in turn may play a crucial role in many of the diseases that we are facing today. The lack of Omega 3 may also directly related to shorter life spans in human beings. It is highly recommended that Omega 3 be added to a balanced diet. The best way that Whole Food Today recommends achieving Omega 3 supplementation is through Cod Liver Oil.

   Benefit of Vitamin A In Cod Liver Oil

Garden of Life Cod Liver Oil contains large amounts of natural Vitamin A. This is a good form of Vitamin A that poses no threat to the body in terms of toxicity. Most toxicity cases that are reported for Vitamin A intake typically stems from consumption of large amount of this vitamin which has been synthetically produced. Also, if Vitamin A is taken with Vitamin D, there is almost no risk of toxicity. The benefits of Cod Liver Oil are that it contains large amounts of both of these vitamins. Vitamin A is very important to your body's health and wellness. It provides a crucial role in vision, bone growth, reproduction, cell division, and cell differentiation (in which a cell becomes part of the brain, muscle, lungs, blood, or other specialized tissue.)

   Benefits of Vitamin D In Cod Liver Oil

Current research shows that Vitamin D deficiency, believed to be almost non-existent in the North American population, might be more prevalent than originally thought. Vitamin D, well known for its ability to support calcium metabolism, has also been shown to support healthy carbohydrate metabolism. Research shows that healthy individuals without a Vitamin D deficiency more often demonstrate a normal glucose metabolism than their Vitamin D deficient counterparts. Additionally, Vitamin D is suggested to play a pivotal role in supporting normal muscle tone and strength. When your body comes in direct contact with sunlight it produces Vitamin D. It is highly recommended that you take Cod Liver Oil when you are not exposed to a lot of direct sunlight.

   Cures and Remedies

The following are ailments that Cod Liver Oil has been shown to help fight against:

* heart disease
* cancer
* depression
* Alzheimer's
* arthritis
* diabetes
* ulcers
* hyperactivity

Other studies show that benefits of cod liver oil may also help:

* improve brain functions
* memory retention
* fight stress
* strengthen the immune system
* fight allergies
* fight asthma

One of the biggest threats to human health and wellness is cancer. Cancer seems to have taken quite a toll on almost all of our lives in one shape or the other. We all know someone that may be currently battling or has battled with cancer. The vitamins and nutrients in Cod Liver Oil have been show to help fight off cancer. Vitamin A, a primary vitamin found in Cod Liver Oil, has been shown in many studies to actually fight cancer cell production.

   What is the origin of Cod Liver Oil?

Far north in the icy Atlantic lives a truly remarkable culture of people who have withstood the challenges of harsh weather and long seasons of darkness. This is the island nation of Iceland. Cod liver oil has always been an important part of the diet for the Icelandic people. They instinctively recognize the importance of Vitamin A, Vitamin D and the essential cod liver oil Omega-3 fatty acids. Regular use of cod liver oil has supported the overall health of the Icelandic people for hundreds of years. Now, this same product is available to support your overall health.

   Taste and Consumption

Garden of Life Cod Liver Oil comes in an all-natural lemon mint flavor.
Does Cod Liver Oil Pose Any Risks

Olde World Icelandic Cod Liver Oil undergoes quality control measures which include testing to exacting purity standards by independent laboratories for heavy metals, dioxides and other contaminants.