Omega-3s have been all over the health media lately. You can't pick up a magazine without reading about this miracle nutrient. Here's what Men's Health (May issue) has to say:
To drastically reduce your risk of future health problems, you need 3.5 grams of omega-3 fatty acids daily, according to scientists at the National Institutes of Health. The researchers made this determination when they calculated that 40% of mortality from heart disease and 95% of depression could be attributed to deficiencies in eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), the omega-3 fatty acids primarily found in seafood. These healthy fats reduce the inflammation associated with heart disease and may also cultivate the production of serotonin and dopamine, "feel good" neurotransmitters that can reliever and prevent depression, say study author Joseph Hibbein, M.D.
The American Council of Exercise notes that the best fish sources are salmon, tuna, herring, mackerel, sardines, and anchovies. Other food sources of omega-3s include soybeans and other soy products, canola oil, and flaxseed.
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