Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Here’s another reason to eat food with Omega 3 fatty acids, or take Omega 3 supplements. Along with improving brain
function (although I can’t say I see this in anyone in this household, lol), Omega 3 fatty acids can improve risk of cancer
and heart disease:
Walnuts, flaxseed and canola oil are also good sources of omega-3 fatty acids and people who got their omega-3s from these sources had just as much benefit as those who get them by eating fish, the study found.
I’ve been using more olive oil than canola, must stock up on the canola. At least canola Pam.
[…] 4. Eat a handful of nuts. While nuts are high in fat and calories, they have lots of protein, vitamin E, fiber, and omega 3 fatty acids, depending on which nut you choose. Nuts have the added advantages of filling you up, so you won’t be hungry, and they are natural mood boosters. Be careful not to eat too many - I eat a handful or at most an ounce. Walnuts have the most Omega 3 ’s. […]