Scientists are now taking omega-3 fatty acids more seriously
July 2005
Scientists are now taking omega-3 fatty acids more seriously.
The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada recommends eating fish at least twice a week to reduce the risk of heart disease. Eating fish at least once a week cuts sudden cardiac death in half.
Experts also recommend 1 g/day of fish oils from diet or supplements for patients who already have heart disease. This amount has been shown to decrease the risk of cardiac events by 15%.
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