The Thrill of Krill

For over three decades, medical researchers have been extolling the many health
benefits of a fatty acid called omega-3. Within omega-3 are three essential fatty acids:
EPA, DHA, and ALA. These substances are called “essential” because they are
absolutely necessary for the proper function of the body. And the range of tasks they
perform is truly staggering: They protect against heart attacks, they lower blood
pressure and cholesterol, they reduce arthritis and premenstrual pain, they improve
memory and stave off depression, and they fight wrinkles and skin disorders. They are
found in plant foods, such as seeds and nuts, and in cold water fish, such as salmon,
but new research shows that there is a more potent and absorbable source of omega-3
that may offer greater protection. Written by best-selling author Dennis Goodman, MD,
The Thrill of Krill
is the first book to provide a clear understanding of why krill oil is a
must for everyone interested in restoring and maintaining optimum health.
Krill are tiny shrimp-like creatures found in the ocean. To a great extent, they make up
the diet of most sea life, from whales and seals to squids and fish. Krill oil is to marine
life what fish oil is to human life—except that krill oil is far superior to fish oil...