I thought it might be helpful to review some tips for increasing your omega-3 fatty acid consumption. Remember that omega-3 fatty acids are the "good fatty acids" that help your cells remain healthy, pliable, and strong. By contrast, omega-6 fatty acids are the "bad fatty acids" that contribute to cells becoming less pliable, and that contribute to red blood cells getting stuck and clogging arteries.
Of course, there are really no "good" or "bad" fatty acids. The truth is that if we didn't...
Like many people, I have been looking for ways to help manage my arthritis naturally through diet and exercise (in addition to medication).... Read more »
Do you dine on salmon regularly? Do you grab walnuts when you need a snack? Does your bread include flax seeds? If you answered yes to any... Read more »
How essential are omega fatty acids in an American’s diet? And is there too much of an essential thing? Those questions came to mind when... Read more »
Increasing the amount of omega-3 fats in our diet and decreasing the amount of omega-6 is beneficial in reducing your risk for heart... Read more »
Omega-3 fatty acids are "healthy" fats, which are thought to protect the body against heart disease. They help the heart beat more... Read more »
Source: Breastcancer.org
Omega-3 fatty acids are important nutrients involved in many body activities, especially immune system responses. Your body doesn't produce omega-3... Read more »
Source: Breastcancer.org
Also known as: fish oils, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)/docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), alpha-linolenic acid (the plant version of omega-3). Potential... Read more »
Scientists say omega-3 fatty acids appear to help reduce the rate that cells age, a finding that may explain one of the ways these acids help the... Read more »
Scientists with the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences have found that some people who consume a lot of fish oil and other omega-3... Read more »
A new study published in the medical journal Circulation has found that omega-6 fatty acids are a beneficial part of a heart-healthy eating plan.... Read more »
Eat small, cold water fish Eat small, cold water fish, such as wild salmon and light canned tuna, 2-4 times per week. If you are pregnant, nursing, or thinking of becoming pregnant, limit your weekly fish and shellfish consumption to 12 ounces or...
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