Research shows that Americans tend to eat more meat than fish in fact 100lb a year compared to 7lb. However eating fish is viewed to be the single best dietary change to reduce our risk of heart disease. In particular
Omega 3 Is Good for the Eyes
New Research shows that a diet rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, abundant in oily fish, is protective for our eyes. The study looked at 1837 people with early signs of macular degeneration and followed them for 12 years. The people
Amazing Powers of Omega 3
Omega 3 fatty acids a group of unsaturated acids have been shown to reduce heart disease. They have also shown promise in conditions such as Alzheimer’s, epilepsy and rheumatoid arthritis. We can obtain omega 3 fatty acids from oily fish
Good Fish Choices For The Environment and Optimal Health
The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) states that fish is a great source of protein, B vitamins, and omega 3 fatty acids (well known for its anti-inflammatory properties). From a cancer standpoint it is advisable to limit fish that
Possible Guidelines for Omega-3 Intake
Scientists are currently debating whether or not to give omega 3 fatty acids a daily recommended intake like protein, vitamin C and other nutrients. At a meeting of cardiologists, Dr. Carl Lavie stated that a healthy individual should consume 500
Omega-3: Good for the Eyes
A paper to be published in the August Edition of The American Journal of Pathology suggests that a diet high in omega-3 fatty acids reduces retinal lesions in mice. These Mice are designed to have macular degeneration allowing scientists to
Health Benefits of Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Omega 3 fatty acids also known as n-3 have a carbon to carbon double bond in the n-3 position hence their name. They are considered to be essential nutrients and need to be obtained from food. Good sources include, oily