The Omega-3 Advantage
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by Kristine Napier
The Omega-3 Advantage SYNOPSIS Although fish have long been considered part of any heart-healthy diet, many people are not aware of just how beneficial a diet rich in fish can be. In The Omega-3 Advantage, author Kristine Napier presents the latest, groundbreaking information about the many advantages of a diet rich in omega-3s, the fatty acid found in fish oils as well as in flaxseed and soy. After being plagued with health problems for years, Napier discovered the astounding properties of this life-saving essential nutrient, and highlights them in her comprehensive plan for optimal health.
There are a multitude of benefits that come with adding omega-3s to a regular diet. For example, an omega-3 diet can help to:
Decrease the risk of heart attack by reducing blood-clotting factors
Significantly reduce the risk of stroke
Impede the immune system's attack on the body in illnesses such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, asthma, and ulcerative colitis
Alleviate certain types of depression and mental illness
Improve the health of people with type-2 diabetes
Complete with four weeks of meal plans and delicious recipes, as well as a guide to buying, storing, and cooking fish, this simple regimen can lead to extensive improvement in total body health.
About the Author
Kristine Napier, M.P.H., R.D., L.D. is former director of the Nutrition Enhancement Project for the Cleveland Heart Center Preventive Cardiology Program and founder of the Cleveland Clinic Culinary Program. A registered dietician, she holds a master of public health degree from Yale University School of Medicine. The author of seven other nutrition-related books, and the editor of Eating Healthy Across America by the American Dietetic Association, she also is a nutrition and culinary consultant to sports teams, food companies, and individuals.
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