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Omega-3 fatty acids have been touted as something akin to miracle nutrients.
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What are omega-3s?
ALA is found in plants, plant-based oils, and animal products who feed on an ALA-rich diet.
What are some health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids?
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Their blood was tested for C- reactive protein (CRP), a marker of inflammation.
In the study, BMI and body fat increased significantly as CRP levels increased.
“A high concentration of CRP was significantly associated with obesity.”
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But omega-3s can overcome inflammation.
Do it’s crucial that you take omega-3 supplements?
These are the best food sources of omega 3 fatty acids.
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These 26 omega-3 foods are listed from lowest concentration of omega-3 fatty acids to highest concentration per serving.
Eat up, and let the benefits begin!
Whole grains have a proven reputation as a weight-loss staple.
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Another grain high in omega-3s: kamut.
Researchers attribute the weight loss benefits to allyl isothiocyanates, compounds that give the mustard its characteristic flavor.
Purslane
Omega-3 content:300 mg per 12 cup
What the heck is purslane?
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Cheese-eaters lost more belly fat than a control group who took a calcium supplement, oneNutrition & Metabolismstudy found.
And the omega-3 count is off the chart.
On the fence about soy?
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We totally understandthat’s why we explain everything you should probably know aboutsoy side effects.
But just a couple of slices of anchovy pizza get you more than halfway to your daily quota.
The superfish is alsorich in calciumand potassium (both essential weight-loss minerals) as well as vitamin A.
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Don’t worry, we have you covered.
Seapoint Farms makes a dried edamame snack (soybeans and edamame are the same things).
A half-cup serving will also deliver over 14 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber.
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These shellfish are rich in more than just omega-3s.
A tiny shake each morning on your cereal ensures you’re hitting your daily quota.
The whole seed form is hard to digest, and grinding it beforehand makes its nutrients more bioavailable.
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This combination, according to arecent study, is highly protective against heart disease.
Thebenefits of walnutsinclude helping reduce blood pressure and decrease inflammation in the blood vessels during times of stress.
Toss some into salads or eat a handful as an afternoon snack.
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