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Omega 3 fatty acids are essential fats needed for a variety of functions including brain function and vision. In the current American diet, we consume very little of this type of fat and our fat intake is primarily animal fats, trans fats, and omega 6 fatty acids.
The best sources of of omega 3 fatty acids include cold water fish such as salmon, albacore tuna, cod and sole. If fish is not on top of your list as far as what to eat for dinner, you can get omega 3's from flax seeds or fish oil supplements are also a good choice.
For adults, increasing omega 3's may reduce mortality from coronary heart disease, have a positive impact on blood pressure, and reduce triglycerides. Heart disease is a major cause of mortality in the United States so increasing your consumption of fish may become a valuable weapon in the battle against heart disease! American heart association recommends that consuming two fatty fish meals per week is an important part of your healthy diet.
For women planning to become pregnant or young children supplements may be a better choice as fish can contain unsafe levels of mercury.
Here is great recipe for you to try out!
Bon Apetit - Salmon
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