Have you heard of camelina oil? You’re not alone if you have no idea what I am talking about. It’s the new Canadian produced omega-3 rich oil by a group called Three Farmers, and it’s chock full of omega-3 fats. Well, it’s actually not a new oil but just a recent addition to our marketplace. […]
Omega-3 fats are definitely a hotbed of research. Scientists are investigating health benefits and disease-fighting properties of these essential fats right through the life cycle from pregnancy to the elderly. From neurological development of the fetus and learning and behaviour of young children to mood disorders in adults, eye health, cardiovascular disease risk and even […]
For decades, all unsaturated fats had a health halo bestowed upon them. It was during the time that cholesterol was the arch enemy of heart health. Lowering blood cholesterol was the be all and end all of reducing your risk of having a heart attack and stroke. But science evolves and research has now shown […]
Reeling in fish rich in omega-3 fats on a regular basis offers a bounty of health perks right through the life cycle from infancy to old age. The range of benefits is really quite remarkable: from the neurological development of infants to protecting against heart disease and stroke, certain cancers and inflammatory diseases such as […]
In my last post, I talked about research showing that lifestyle changes, in general, and can impact on telomere length. But as this is a hotbed of research, scientists have been narrowing down some of the key strategies for maintaining or lengthening telomeres. Together they may indeed may translate into long life. Get your fill […]
Next week marks back to school for many and for others, it’s still a return to more rigid schedules. The time crunch is on. While breakfast is key for maintaining your energy level, promoting high productivity and a good mood, the morning rush can take its toll. Without a plan, you can be left with […]
Fatty fish such as salmon are one of the only foods that naturally contain significant amounts of vitamin D with a 3-ounce (cooked) serving supplying a whopping 450 IU. l Here’s a simple, yet so flavor-packed way to boost your vitamin D totals while getting in your heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids. The leftovers are […]
It’s a new dawn in the link between your genes and what you put on your plate. Do you get frustrated reading about nutrition research? Have you noticed that when a new study touting the benefit of a certain food is published, soon after another one, which has the opposite conclusion, makes the headlines? For […]
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