Fish Oil Fast Fact #185: Fish Oil Takes on Blood Clots from the Word “Go”

Many heart attacks and strokes are caused by blood clots. These clots form in arterial walls, and they can cause serious problems with blood flow and blood pressure long before they actually cause heart attacks and strokes. However, the serious trouble begins when the blood clot breaks loose from the walls of the artery. At this point it can travel to the brain and cause a stroke, or get stuck in an artery and cause a heart attack.

Fortunately, fish oil starts breaking down this process very early in the game. Omega 3 fatty acids in your body actually target blood clots, breaking them into pieces and destroying them long before they ever create issues with blood flow through your veins and arteries or before they become large enough to get dislodged and create a blockage or other problem in your heart or brain.

Omega 3 fatty acids are constantly breaking down potential problem clots and removing them from the picture entirely, which removes the threat of serious damage to your heart or your brain, all while improving the overall picture of your health.

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