75% of People Are Missing This Critical Nutrient, with Dr. Philip Calder

IN THIS EPISODE

You've probably heard that omega-3s are good for you. But few people realize just how crucial they are for brain health, inflammation, and so much more… and just how many of us aren't getting enough.

In this episode of the ReThink Health Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Philip Calder, Professor of Nutritional Immunology at the University of Southampton and one of the world's leading researchers on omega-3 fatty acids and inflammation.

According to Dr. Calder, an estimated 75% of people worldwide aren't getting enough EPA and DHA, the omega-3s most strongly linked to human health. And over time, low omega-3 status may contribute to greater risk of cardiovascular disease, metabolic disease, cognitive decline, and other conditions associated with aging.

Come explore why DHA is especially important for the brain, how omega-3s may support muscle as we age, the nuanced truth about omega-6 seed oils, and simple ways to improve your omega-3 status through food and supplements.

You'll learn:

How omega-3s change your cell membranes and influence how your cells function

How EPA, DHA, and DPA literally help turn off inflammation

Why DHA plays a unique role in the brain, vision, and cognitive function

The difference between EPA and DHA (and why you need both)

How omega-3s may support muscle protein synthesis and healthy aging

The surprising connection between omega-3s, fertility, pregnancy, and infant development