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The Power of Omega-3s
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How to get the most out of this heart-saving fatty acid.

By Staci Hockemeyer, R.D., L.D. 
Photos by Blaine Moats 
Food Styling by Dianna Nolin

Almost every American adult should eat omega-3 fatty-acid fish—tuna, salmon, or trout—at least twice a week for heart health. In fact, several clinical trials have shown omega-3 reduces the risk of heart attack by 19–45 percent. It also:

  • lowers blood pressure
  • lowers triglycerides
  • combats atherosclerosis
  • reduces the prevalence of some dangerous arrhythmias

That’s powerful motivation for increasing your consumption of omega-3 fatty acids. Read on for practical and affordable ways to get it done.
 
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