How Much Fish Do You Really Need for Brain Health?
Researchers looked at whether eating fish twice a week—as most health guidelines suggest—gives you enough omega-3 fatty acids for your body to work its best. …
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Plant-Based Omega-3 Oils May Boost Heart-Healthy Fats
Researchers tested two plant-based oils—Echium and Ahiflower—to see if they could replace fish oil as a source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for …
Read MoreFish Oil's Cancer-Fighting Power Depends on a Hidden Gut Enzyme
Scientists discovered why fish oil supplements work differently for different people when it comes to preventing colon cancer. The key is an enzyme called …
Read MoreVegans and Vegetarians May Need Omega-3 Supplements
Researchers compared omega-3 fatty acid levels in the blood of vegans, vegetarians, pescatarians, and meat-eaters. They found that vegans and vegetarians who …
Read MoreCan Fish Oil Pills Help Your Heart? What Science Found
Researchers used computer models to study how omega-3 fatty acids (the healthy fats found in fish) might help protect your heart and brain. They tested a …
Read MoreAlgae Could Be the Future of Healthy Fats and Food Security
Scientists are excited about a new solution to world hunger and nutrition problems: algae. Unlike traditional crops like soybeans, algae can grow in small …
Read MoreHow Much Fish Oil Do You Really Need? Global Guidelines Explained
Scientists looked at dietary guidelines from around the world to understand how much omega-3 fatty acids people should eat. These special fats, found mainly in …
Read MoreFish Waste Could Become Medicine and Health Supplements
Scientists discovered that leftover fish skin and bones from crevalle jack (a type of ocean fish) contain valuable materials that could be used to make …
Read MoreYour Genes May Control How Well You Use Omega-3 Fish Oil
Scientists have discovered that your genes play a big role in how your body uses omega-3 fatty acids, which are healthy fats found in fish and other foods. …
Read MoreSelenium Helps Fish Better Use Plant-Based Protein
Scientists studied how adding selenium (a mineral) to fish food affects grouper that eat more plant-based protein instead of fish meal. They found that …
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