Saturday, 22 December 2012

LOVE YOURSELF

Don't like fish? It's a top source of omega-3 fatty acids, which studies show can reduce blood pressure and the risk of heart attack-but what if you don't like flavour of fish? A study from England suggests that you may get nearly as much benefit from plant foods that contain alpha-linolenic acid, a substance that your body convert into omega-3. Blood tests on women who eat fish and those who don't suggest that fish-avoider more efficient at converting alpha-linolenic acid into omega-3, boasting an omega-3 count only 10% lower than fish eater. The best source of this acid? Canola and soybean oils, walnuts, tofu and flaxseed.