Inflammation can wreak havoc all over the body and for many people the first place they feel it is in their joints. Omega-3s are powerful anti-inflammatory agents that can help resolve and prevent joint pain. In this course, learn about the myriad benefits omega-3s EPA and DHA provide to bone and joints and how optimizing omega-3 status can ensure you’re getting enough of these important nutrients.Â
Course Overview:
- Why and how omega-3s are beneficial for bone and joint health
- What the latest research shows for omega-3s and bone and joint health
- Why you should test omega-3 levels in your patients who are having bone or joint issues
- Appropriate omega-3 dosing for your patients
- How often to test omega-3 status in your patients
Course Leader:
Kelly Patterson, MS, RD, LDN, CSSD, Clinical Nutrition Educator, OmegaQuant
Kelly Patterson is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics based in Raleigh, NC, and specializing in biomarkers for human performance and longevity. After spending most of her career working for the U.S. Military, including five years as a Tactical Performance Dietitian for Army Special Operations, she is currently the Clinical Nutrition Educator for OmegaQuant Analytics. Kelly completed her bachelor’s degree and dietetic internship at SUNY Buffalo State College in Buffalo, NY, and her master’s degree in human performance and sports nutrition at Logan University in Chesterfield, MO.
