Snake Oil is a traditional Chinese medicine that is made from the fats and oils extracted from the Chinese water snake. Chinese water-snake oil contains 20 percent eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), one of the two types of omega-3 fatty acids most readily used by our bodies. Salmon, one of the most popular food sources of omega-3s, contains a maximum of 18 percent EPA, lower than that of snake oil. Omega-3s are vital for human metabolism. Not only do they sooth inflammation in muscles and joints, but also, they can help "cognitive function and reduce blood pressure, cholesterol, and even depression. "
People use commonly use snake oil when they are suffering from joint pain and arthritis, topical inflammation, a weak immune system, cardiovascular problems, dementia, cognitive impairment, stress, anxiety, depression, split ends, stretch marks, dandruff .