Scientists
have long since established that fish oil is very beneficial
to your diet. Being rich in Omega-3,
fish oil is similar to cannabis. (Source)
Omega-3 comes in the form of DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA
(eicosapentaenoic acid). (Source)
New research shows that DHA effects the cannabinoid receptors CB1
and CB2. (Source)
When DHA is ingested, it is converted into
docosahexaenoyl ethanolamide (DHEA) using
the same pathways as anandamide.
(Source)
Researchers believe that this conversion creates
the DHA’s beneficial qualities. This
relationship allows Omega 3 to affect the sCB2
receptors, which can help decrease
inflammation in the body. This new research is groundbreaking;
it shows that fish can affect the endocannabinoid
system. (Source)
Omega 3 is
used to repair both the body and
the cardiovascular system. The conversion of Omega 3 to (DHEA) has
been proven to help with strokes,
diabetes, and high blood pressure.
Platelet-leukocyte aggregate formations at
higher levels are precursors
to heart attacks, as well as other
cardiovascular problems. Introducing DHEA into the body reduces
the platelet-leukocyte count in the blood.
(Source)
Source:
Yang
et al. Decoding functional metabolomics with docosahexaenoyl
ethanolamide (DHEA) identifies novel bioactive signals. J Biol
Chem 286(36):31532-41 (2011).
