Cod Liver Oil has numerous beneficial properties. In addition, it is a source of essential properties for our organism:
- Vitamin A, acquired through food, contributes to maintain the health of our vision, immune system and strengthens the reproductive capacity. It helps the formation and development of bones, soft tissues, mucous membranes and skin. Its consumption reduces the appearance of acne on our skin.
- Vitamin D, present in fatty fish, egg yolk, meat and can also be generated by sun tanning. So taking it in supplement form helps to avoid the risk of overexposure to the sun. This vitamin is essential for the proper functioning of our muscles, to combat osteoporosis and to act against certain viruses or bacteria. It also promotes the absorption of calcium.
- Omega 3, very important to strengthen our neurons, maintain a healthy heart and, therefore, to prevent cardiovascular diseases.
- Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA): is a polyunsaturated fatty acid very important for the prevention of inflammatory diseases and certain chronic diseases such as some lupus.
- Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA): polyunsaturated fatty acid that reduces the occurrence of atherosclerotic lesions, dyslipidemia and some cardiovascular diseases.
Given its wide range of ingredients, it is beneficial to use it in many cases. For example, to control high blood pressure, otitis, rheumatoid arthritis, heart disease, depression, osteoarthritis or certain autoimmune diseases. It is also used to prevent macular degeneration, glaucoma and some respiratory infections.
At Holland and Barrett, we already know its numerous qualities and we have prepared for you a wide variety of products whose main ingredient is the cod liver oil. All you have to do is choose the one that best suits your needs.
And if you want more information, please contact us. Do not hesitate, we will be happy to answer any questions you may have.