To its credit, the American Heart Association (AHA) finally acknowledged the role omega-3 fatty acids can play in preventing heart disease. And last month, they even began recommending the [...]
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What high U.S. seafood imports means for YOU
According to a new federal report, last year the U.S. imported more seafood into the country than at any other point in history. On the one hand, that’s good news… It means Americans are eating [...]
The fisherman’s secret to slashing your death risk by 33 percent
I enjoy writing about seafood as much as I like eating it. And nothing beats the summertime seafood festival I savor every time I’m staying back in my hometown of Gloucester, MA. This quaint, [...]
Colorectal cancer patients boost survival rates with this simple nutrient
I’ve been writing a good bit recently about the importance of omega-3 fatty acids found in cold-water fish like salmon. Most people know they dramatically reduce the risk of cardiovascular [...]
Fight dry eyes with omega-3s
In addition to helping build muscle mass and improve physical performance (see page X), omega-3s have many benefits for the brain, heart, and immune system. And now, a new study shows they may [...]
More evidence for benefits of “brain food”
Popular culture and conventional wisdom have often referred to fish and seafood as “brain food.” And in fact, a new study found that older men and women who regularly eat fish actually do have [...]