Omegas 3’s have made it into the mainstream of lifestyle importance. Until a few years I recommended omega 3’s to only those with heart disease. Research exploded exponentially linking increased intake of omega 3’s to lowered risk of not only heart disease, but other types of inflammation such as arthritis, insulin resistance, diabetes, gastrointestinal issues, […]
What is all the hype about flax seed? Why do you need it and what is the best way to get incorporate it into your diet? Flax seed is a small seed rich in the essential omega 3 fat alpha-linolenic acid or ALA. ALA is called essential because the body cannot manufacture it on its […]
What would you do if there was a supplement or food that could lower all forms of inflammation in your body, decrease risk of heart disease, diabetes and stroke, and make you smarter? That supplement/food is omega 3 fats. Omega 3 fats came into fashion a few years back, but many did not realize its […]
Since we’ve been discussing the genetics of what happens in the womb, what are the guidelines for having a healthy pregnancy? What you eat and how active you are determines your child?s future well-being. Although specific recommendations may vary hitting these key foods will help set the tone for health. Here is a checklist for […]
This week researchers at the University of California in San Francisco reported results on patients they had studied over 5 years who had a history of heart attacks and/or heart disease. They were specifically looking at the effects of omega 3 fats on aging and telomere length. Telomeres are DNA complexes on the ends of […]