Seal Oil Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Seal oil is the fatty oil derived from seal meat. Seal oil is commonly derived from harp seals, a species of seals native to Newfoundland and other parts of northern Canada. Seal oil is available as a supplement, similar to fish oils.¹

Seal Oil Health Uses and Health Benefits

Seal oil is high in omega-3 fatty acids, nutrients that have powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Seal oil has been studied for its benefits in helping to improve heart health by reducing arterial inflammation and hardening as well as hypertension. It’s also been found that seal oil can help reduce the level of triglycerides in the blood. Seal oil’s rich omega-3 fatty acid content is also beneficial for alleviating inflammation attributed to arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.^1,2

References

1. https://www.fishaq.gov.nl.ca/research_development/fdp/pdf/fdp_204.pdf 
2. https://www.livestrong.com/article/156896-what-are-the-benefits-of-seal-oil/