Wednesday 19 November 2014

Plant Based Omega-3 Fatty Acids also Help in Preventing Cardiovascular Diseases

Omega-3s from fish or flax, taken in one's diet, will contribute in reducing the risk of getting heart diseases, according to Penn State nutritionists. A substantial amount of evidence exists supporting the heart-health benefits of eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid (EPA and DHA), marine-derived omega-3 fatty acids. However, much less evidence exists to demonstrate the positive effects of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a plant-based omega-3 fatty acid."The ...

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