Is Fish Oil the Elixir of Life?

Is there an elixir of life? Sounds fishy, but researchers say omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil may have a direct effect on extending the lifespan of cells.

Fish oils may hold the key to longer and healthier life, claim researchers.

They say omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil may have a direct effect on extending the lifespan of cells.

Their study is the first to link the oils - either from fish or supplements - with the body's ability to resist premature ageing.

The 'elixir of life' discovery was made in heart disease patients, who are already advised to increase their fish intake to ward off repeat heart attacks. Read more