18 January 2014
According to a new Finnish study, high blood concentrations of long-chain omega 3 fatty acids may contribute to the prevention of type 2 diabetes.
The observational study determined the serum omega 3 fatty acid concentrations of 2,212 men between 42 and 60 years of age and documented cases of type 2 diabetes development during a follow-up of 19 years (1). The study results showed that the risk of diabetes in men with the highest serum omega 3 fatty acid concentrations was 33% lower than the risk of men with the lowest blood concentrations.
The researchers commented that, in addition to the cornerstones of diabetes prevention, such as weight management and increased exercise, a well-balanced diet should include at least two fish meals per week, preferably fatty fish. Fish rich in long-chain omega 3 fatty acids include salmon, rainbow trout, vendace, bream, herring, anchovy, sardine and mackerel. Findings on how regular fish consumption or increased intakes of long-chain omega 3 fatty acids in fish oil affect the risk of diabetes have been highly contradictory. A protective link has mainly been observed in Asian populations, whereas a similar link has not been observed in European or US studies (2).
7 October 2013
A new review from Brazil concludes that orange juice has many positive effects that may aid cancer prevention, particularly because of its antioxidants. On the other hand, excessive consumption of orange juice may have harmful effects.
23 March 2018
Carotenoids can do more than brighten up your dishes. Different carotenoids have different health benefits. Learn how your body can benefit from a diet full of vivid color.
25 April 2014
Several newly-released meta-analyses suggest that there is not enough clear evidence of health effects of vitamin D preparations – such as maintaining bone health and reducing the risk of developing chronic diseases. Experts describe these conclusions as inadmissible and refer to the sufficiently documented need for a reasonable supply of vitamin D, which is essential for many bodily functions.
