Omega 3: The Good Fat

by Rochelle Griffin on April 28, 2011

fish Omega 3: The Good Fat

When trying to live a healthier lifestyle, doctors may tell you to cut the fat but, not all fats are unhealthy.

Omega-3 fatty acids, for example, have many health benefits.  Studies have shown that Omega 3 fatty acids help lower the risk of heart disease as well as protecting against symptoms of depression, dementia, cancer, and arthritis.

The best source of omega-3 fatty acids is fish.  Popular choices are salmon, mackerel, herring, lake trout, sardines, anchovies, and tuna.  The American Heart Association recommends at least two servings a week of fish, which is 3.5 ounces of cooked fish or ¾ cup of flaked fish.  If you don’t like fish, you can get omega-3 from supplements.   I recommend the Beachbody Omega 3 as it is what I take. No yucky after-taste.

Always consult with your Doctor before taking any kind of supplement so that you can verify that it is the right product for you.

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