Fish oil contains EPA (eicosapentanoic acid) and DHA (docosahexanoic acid); both are omega-3 fatty acids. These long-chained fatty acids have been shown to have many positive effects.

As a part of the cell membranes, fatty acids help form a physical barrier to keep out viruses, bacteria and other foreign molecules. They also regulate the traffic of substances in and out of the cells.

Benefits of Omega-3s:
* Anti-inflammatory
* Enhances immune function
* Treats Crohn's disease
* Lowers high triglycerides
* Helps premature infants with catch-up growth
* Can help treat depression
* Can decrease atherosclerosis
* Can lower the risk of cancer
* Can help lower blood pressure
* Can be used to treat kidney disease
* Used to treat schizophrenia and attention deficit hyperactive disorder