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Omega 3 Fatty Acids are some of the most essential fatty acids that are needed by the human body. And since the body cannot make these or produce these in sufficient amounts by themselves, individuals have to consume them through food. These essential fatty acids are richly found in seafood mostly in tuna, halibut, salmon, sardines, herring, mackerel, lake trout, algae, krill, etc. They are also found in nut oils and plants too. These “good” fats are otherwise known as PUFAs or Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids. Unlike saturated fats, omega-3 fatty acids help in improving the brain function and development of brain tissues. These fatty acids appear to lower the risks of cancer, arthritis and most importantly heart diseases. Pregnant mothers should talk to their doctors about including omega-3 fatty in their diet or in a supplement prenatal vitamin in order to reduce infant risk of developing nerve and vision problems. Research also suggests that Omega 3 fatty acids reduces the risk of preterm labor.

Insomnia has become a common condition among at least one-third of the population. Around 10% of insomnia sufferers experience chronic insomnia, i.e. longstanding sleeplessness that occurs more then 14 days a month. Insomnia can be experienced by adults as well as children. Studies show that women are more susceptible to this condition than men. Other demographic risk factors for insomnia include older age, lower socioeconomic status, being widowed or separated.

Low levels of Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is associated with psychiatric disorders, cognitive problems, with brain shrinkage (or “atrophy”), cardiovascular conditions and anemia. The body might not adequately absorb this nutrient from food sources and hence there can be insufficient blood levels in as many as 1 out of 4 people. Individuals might want to watch for symptoms of low vitamin B12, increase their dietary intake, or opt for B12 supplements. This vitamin is found in various kinds of protein rich food including animal and fish protein.

Sleeping Disorders have become extremely popular amongst different groups of individuals – young, adult and the aged. Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome or DSPS is a condition that shifts a normal sleep pattern to an irregular pattern. Individuals who are suffering from this condition might not fall asleep until midnight hours or they might have extreme trouble waking up at regular hours in the morning. This change in sleep cycle might disturb their regular schedule such as going to school or work. Bright Light Therapy is one such therapy that helps patients manage the sleep rhythm disorders. The therapy is believed to shift the sleeping patterns gradually and bring them to normal mode. Light exposure and the time it is exposed play a critical role during the therapy.