These Foods Are All About Omega-3s (Video) Feb 8, 2017 HealthCalling Team Categories: Diet/Nutrition, Heart, Men's Health, Senior Health, SJH - St. Joseph Health, Women's Health The benefits of omega-3 fatty acids are well-known. Omega-3s are used to regulate blood clotting, build cell membranes and support cell health. They curb inflammation and may help to prevent coronary disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and depression. Higher levels of omega-3s in the blood have been associated with increased longevity. And omega-3s are polyunsaturated, which is the heart-healthy kind of fat that helps to reduce blood triglycerides and low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the so-called “bad” cholesterol. Your body cannot make omega-3 fatty acids--you have to eat them. The typical American doesn’t dine on many foods that are rich in omega-3s. Whenever possible, you should try to get your omega-3 fatty acids from eating foods rather than taking supplements. Watch this video to learn about foods that will put more omega-3s into your daily diet. Sign Up for HealthCalling Categories Diet/Nutrition Heart Men's Health Senior Health SJH - St. Joseph Health Women's Health Previous Next Please enable JavaScript to view the <a href="http://disqus.com/?ref_noscript">comments powered by Disqus.</a> comments powered by Disqus People Are Reading Delicious dairy-free desserts for a slimmer summer 5 easy ways to lower your blood pressure without medication You can't break your funny bone How to stay safe during a thunderstorm Cilantro? Why it's good for you and why some people absolutely (REALLY) hate it Diets for Change (Infographic) Is Your Tummy Trouble All in Your Head? From the kitchen of Chef Tse: Moroccan-spiced turkey sliders Safety Guidelines That May Surprise Pacemaker Wearers
These Foods Are All About Omega-3s (Video) Feb 8, 2017 HealthCalling Team Categories: Diet/Nutrition, Heart, Men's Health, Senior Health, SJH - St. Joseph Health, Women's Health The benefits of omega-3 fatty acids are well-known. Omega-3s are used to regulate blood clotting, build cell membranes and support cell health. They curb inflammation and may help to prevent coronary disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and depression. Higher levels of omega-3s in the blood have been associated with increased longevity. And omega-3s are polyunsaturated, which is the heart-healthy kind of fat that helps to reduce blood triglycerides and low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the so-called “bad” cholesterol. Your body cannot make omega-3 fatty acids--you have to eat them. The typical American doesn’t dine on many foods that are rich in omega-3s. Whenever possible, you should try to get your omega-3 fatty acids from eating foods rather than taking supplements. Watch this video to learn about foods that will put more omega-3s into your daily diet. Sign Up for HealthCalling Categories Diet/Nutrition Heart Men's Health Senior Health SJH - St. Joseph Health Women's Health Previous Next