Posts Tagged ‘omega 3 fatty acids’
Reduce Inflammation! GPR120 Receptor Key to Anti-Inflammation
Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have identified the molecular mechanism that makes omega-3 fatty acids so effective in reducing chronic inflammation and insulin resistance. The discovery could lead to the development of a simple dietary remedy for many of the more than 23 million Americans suffering from diabetes and…
Read MoreOmega-3 Fatty Acids May Help Prevent Obesity Related Disease!
Obesity is defined as weight that exceeds 15 percent of normal weight for height and body type. “Morbid” obesity exceeds 20 percent of optimum weight. The long-term health implications are well known, in fact, obesity is considered an outright disease. Life expectancy may be decreased in overweight and obese individuals. An obese or overweight person…
Read MoreAn Anti-inflammatory Diet – Healthy Eating!
Your diet is one of the best and easiest ways to control inflammation. Here are some easy to follow tips: An anti-inflammatory diet. It helps prevent inappropriate inflammation and counters the oxidative stress that may be linked to inflammatory diseases. Focus on antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, omega-3 fatty acids, the spices turmeric and ginger, and…
Read MoreOmega-3s Promote Muscle Protein Production!
Sarcopenia, the loss of muscle mass with aging, is a major public health concern. Previous studies have found that omega-3 fatty acids stimulate protein anabolism in animals, and might therefore be useful for the treatment of sarcopenia. However, the effect of omega-3 fatty acids on human protein metabolism is unknown. Bettina Mittendorfer, PhD, from Washington…
Read MoreNot All Fish Are Created Equal!
I recommend fish as part of a healthy, anti-inflammatory diet. However, not all fish provide the same benefits, and some species should be limited or avoided altogether. The Good: Omega-3-rich fish. Omega-3 fatty acids are necessary for sustained physical and mental health. Research indicates that omega-3 fatty acids may help reduce the risk and symptoms of…
Read MoreThe 3 hour recovery window!!!
After a strenuous workout, you have about a three-hour window to refuel the body for proper recovery. Inhibit inflammation and recover faster by supporting your immune system with natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatory foods, like those containing vitamin C (kiwifruit, broccoli) or vitamin E (sunflower seeds, spinach), carotenoids (cantaloupe, sweet potatoes), selenium (tuna, chicken breast), omega-3…
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