The Skinny: Omega-3 fatty acids

March 19, 5:09 PMChicago Health ExaminerHolly Bentz

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Are omega-3 fatty acids good for your health? Which foods are rich in omega-fatty 3 acids? What are clinical trials saying about omega-3?

The skinny, regarding omega 3 fatty acids, profiles a fatty acid, abounding in numerous health and nutritional advantages. In recognition of Nutritional Health Month, below are several motivating factors to include foods abundant in omega-3 fatty acids part of a balanced diet:

• The American Heart Association's (AHA) dietary guidelines recommends eating fish a minimum of twice a week, specifically oily, dark and fatty kinds. Tuna and salmon fit the criteria of a fish laden in omega-3's. [Source: http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/106/21/2747]

• Nut lovers have a good excuse to eat more walnuts: Omega-3 fatty acids. The healthy protein is linked to several heart healthy clinical studies.

• Clinical trials published by the American Heart Association (AHA), indicate that omega-3 fatty acids reduce the risk of arrhythmias, stunt the growth of atherosclerotic plaque, moderately lower blood pressure and lessen triglyceride levels.

• Another study released by the Eye World Organization suggests that omega-3 acids relieve the symptoms of dry eye. The conclusion of the clinical trial showed omega-3 acids to promote aqueous tear secretion by decreasing the body's inflammatory activity. [Source: http://www.eyeworld.org/printarticle.php?id=3385]

• Tofu or foods containing soybean are great sources of Omega-3 fatty acids. [Source: http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4632]

•  Although, the body requires certain amounts of omega-6 to function, Omega-3 acids are significantly healthier. 

• Medical experts prescribe foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids over supplements. 

• Peanut butter, eggs and foods made of ground flaxseed provide natural sources of omega-3.

Additional Examiner resources regarding Omega 3:

•  Study suggests omega-3 reduces risk of developmental disorders among preemies
• Omega Solutions bottles and launches the world's first omega-3 enhanced water
• Omega 3 fats protect your heart

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