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February 02, 2006
Salmon: Bone strengthener
With its heart-healthy dose of omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is one of those foods you should be trying to fit in every week. Study after study has shown that incorporating salmon into your diet reduces blood pressure, lowers cholesterol, and helps prevent heart disease. Now researchers at the University of California, San Diego, have reported that a higher intake of omega-3s additionally appears to preserve bone density, keeping your bones stronger and protecting against falls and fractures. Not crazy about salmon (or just sick of it by now)? Try upping your intake of other cold-water fish, such as sardines, tuna, and mackerel. All of these fish are high in omega-3s, and people who consume them regularly have a lower risk of heart attack, hypertension, and stroke.
Posted by Lisa at February 2, 2006 10:06 AM
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