How To Get More Omega-3 Fatty Acids Into Your Diet
- March 16, 2009
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Lara_Rosenbaum
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Edison Music Corp
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Ryan Hunter
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Omega-3 fatty acids can increase good cholesterol and lower the bad, as well as reduce inflammation and your risk for everything from stroke and asthma to certain cancers.
You Will Need
- A fish oil supplement
- Fish
- Ground flax
- Flax seed oil
- And some walnuts
Step 1: Buy fish oil supplement
Purchase a fish oil supplement. Take the recommended dosage daily.
Make sure to choose a pill that is certified to be mercury-free.
Step 2: Eat fish
Consume at least 2 to 3 servings of fish each week. Salmon, tuna, and trout are top choices because of their high protein and omega-3 content.
Step 3: Sprinkle ground flax
Sprinkle two tablespoons of ground flax on your morning cereal or spoon flax seed oil into your yogurt. You can also dress a salad with crushed walnuts for similar benefits.
Flax, flax seed oil, and walnuts contain ALA, one of the three types of omega-3 fatty acids.
Step 4: Look for omega-3-fortified foods
For an added boost, look for omega-3-fortified foods, which are popping up on grocery shelves. Common options include, eggs, cereals, and pasta.
Step 5: Enjoy
Enjoy living a healthy, omega-3 fortified life.
If you absolutely hate seafood, you don’t have to suffer for your health—many fish oil supplements are flavored lemon, peach, or orange.
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