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Krill Oil - Goldmine of Antioxidants, Healthy Oils, and Phospholipids

What in the World is it Anyway?

Before we discuss Krill Oil, we need to discuss Krill.

Euphosia Superba, Krill's scientific name, are tiny animals, crustaceans to be exact, that live in the oceans. They are only one to five centimeters long, so the longest of them would be slightly less than two inches long.

They live in the arctic and antarctic oceans, and they are the main food supply for many of the larger animals such as whales, seals, fish, and some birds. They are also eaten in Japan where they are called "okiami".

There are actually eighty five different species of the little buggers, but they only make the oil from Euphosia Superba.

The oil is taken from the Krill by a company called Neptune Technologies. They have a patent in Canada on the process they use to extract it. It has been approved by the FDA (the Food and Drug Administration in the United States) as safe for people to take as a health supplement.

Consider Krill Oil's Staggering Health Benefits

1. It has a good fatty acid ratio. About 30% are Omega 3 fatty acids, and only 2% are Omega 6 fatty acids.

2. It has at least two potent antioxidants in it.They are astaxanthin and canthaxanthin. The krill obtain these from the algae they eat, and it gives them their pinkish red color.

3. The molecular structure of the oil, called phospholipids, is the same as what our cell membranes have, so it is very easily utilized in our bodies and is highly beneficial to cell structure, especially in the brain.

4.Krill Oil's ORAC is 300 times greater than Vitamins A and E, 34 times greater than co-enzyme Q10, and 48 times greater than high quality fish oil. The ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity)is a scale used to tell how well an antioxidant can disarm or neutralize free radicals in the body.

5. Astaxanthin, one of its two antioxidants, is unusual because it can cross the blood brain barrier so it can provide protection against free radical damage in the brain, eyes, and throughout the central nervous system. It also protects against skin damage caused by sun exposure.

6. You don't get a fishy aftertaste or burping after taking it because it is easily absorbed and used by the body.

7. Regular use lowers inflammation.

8. It improves joint health.

9. It improves PMS symptoms.

10. It lowers bad cholesterol and raises good cholesterol.

11. It improves concentration and the ability to focus.

12. It lowers blood sugar.

13. It improves cardiovascular health.

14. It improve brain health.

15. It has virtually no side effects.

Cautions:

People who are allergic to shellfish or seafood should be tested professionally to be sure they aren't allergic to Krill before taking this supplement.

It isn't recommended for those who are pregnant or nursing unless a doctor orders it for you.

Conclusions

Krill Oil has a longer shelf life than fish oil because of its high antioxidant level. However, please understand that you will probably need to take it for at least a month or two before you will see the greatest improvements in your health.

Patrick Holford, the nutritionist, recommends Source Naturals, and Jarrow. He says they make a quality product.

Vitacost has both brands available, you can click on the preceding link to visit their online store.

Although this oil is more expensive than Fish Oil you are getting much more potent nutritional support for the money spent.

If you are having health challenges that this supplement has been shown to help, I highly recommend trying Krill Oil for a few months to see how much you can improve your health.

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