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Friday, November, 21, 2008

Get a Grip on Fatty Acids

by  Lisa Nelson, RD, LN
Saturday, May 31, 2008
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For heart health, increase your intake of foods containing omega-3 fatty acids, while cutting back on omega-6 fatty acid sources.  For example, switch from corn oil to canola oil, increase the number of meals you eat that contain fish each week, and grab walnuts instead of pistachios.

 

Want more info? Check out our fatty acid quiz!
 

Lisa Nelson, RD, LN is a licensed dietician and author of eNutritionServices.

 

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