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Omega-3: Vital Vision Nutrient
One of the neat things about being part of the WebMD team is the advance access I receive to all kinds of information. Yes, news before it happens! Having that peek gives me a chance to rebut or reinforce these 'breakthroughs'.
Over the next several days you are likely to hear a lot about the benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3...sounds like a destination on the TV series 'Battleship Galactica'!
Fatty acids are naturally-occurring chemicals that are found in various foods. They are also synthetically manufactured in pill form as a daily nutritional supplement. Fatty acids are an unfortunate name because they are not fat and Omega-3 actually lowers the bad cholesterol levels in your body.
Omega-3 is a key ingredient in many cell activities, including vision and brain function. A diet rich in Omega-3 fatty acids leads to preservation of vision as one matures as well as sustained memory and other cognitive activities. Guess what? Omega-3 will also enrich your immune system, help control diabetes, and relieve many chronic skin conditions.
Fresh fish is the best source of dietary Omega-3 (tuna, mackerel, and salmon lead the list). You can also find butter substitutes that offer this vital nutrient. 500-1,000mg per day is recommended. Remember, don't overdo it - megadosing can be dangerous! Three ounces of fresh fish twice a week ought to do it. I'll enjoy mine with some homemade coleslaw!
Related Topics: B Vitamins May Not Cut Heart Risk, Rare Reactions Reported with Macugen
Editor's Note: For more information on Omega-3 Fatty Acids, watch Dr. Lloyd's interview on CNN tomorrow, April 15,2006 at approximately 4:40 PM EDT.
Technorati Tags: omega-3, vision, nutrition
Over the next several days you are likely to hear a lot about the benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3...sounds like a destination on the TV series 'Battleship Galactica'!
Fatty acids are naturally-occurring chemicals that are found in various foods. They are also synthetically manufactured in pill form as a daily nutritional supplement. Fatty acids are an unfortunate name because they are not fat and Omega-3 actually lowers the bad cholesterol levels in your body.
Omega-3 is a key ingredient in many cell activities, including vision and brain function. A diet rich in Omega-3 fatty acids leads to preservation of vision as one matures as well as sustained memory and other cognitive activities. Guess what? Omega-3 will also enrich your immune system, help control diabetes, and relieve many chronic skin conditions.
Fresh fish is the best source of dietary Omega-3 (tuna, mackerel, and salmon lead the list). You can also find butter substitutes that offer this vital nutrient. 500-1,000mg per day is recommended. Remember, don't overdo it - megadosing can be dangerous! Three ounces of fresh fish twice a week ought to do it. I'll enjoy mine with some homemade coleslaw!
Related Topics: B Vitamins May Not Cut Heart Risk, Rare Reactions Reported with Macugen
Editor's Note: For more information on Omega-3 Fatty Acids, watch Dr. Lloyd's interview on CNN tomorrow, April 15,2006 at approximately 4:40 PM EDT.
Technorati Tags: omega-3, vision, nutrition
