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Tell mama to stop frying those fish

Well actually, a little fried fish is okay from time to time. Did you know that the oil from fish contains properties that can foster a health heart? Check it out:

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Taking supplements of fish oil or soy oil may help older people avoid sudden heart death.

Chalk it up to omega-3 fatty acids,omega-3 fatty acids, researchers report in the April issue of Chest. Omega-3 fatty acids have been studied for their effects on heart health, depression, and arthritis.

This time, increased heart rate variability — a marker of the changes in time intervals between heartbeats — was noted in a small group of patients who tried fish oil or soy oil supplements for a brief time. Increased heart rate variability has been linked to a lower risk of sudden heart death (more…)

June 26, 2005 - Posted by Duane | Uncategorized | | No Comments

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