Omega-3 Deficiency- THE SCURVY OF OUR TIME

90% of Americans are omega-3 deficient.
Omga-3 fat is anti- inflammatory (reduces inflamation), whereas omgea-6 fat is pro-inflammatory(promotes inflamation) . The omega-6/ omega-3 ratio should be 1/1; however due to the decrease in omega-3 intake (especially cold water fish, flaxseed, walnuts, and increase in OMEGA-6 intake (especially corn oil, red meat, The OMEGA-6 , OMEGA-3 ratio in America is approximately 10/1 to 20/1.
Following the Mediterranean diet will provide ample amount of OMEGA-3 fat and decrease the amount of OMEGA-6 fat. OMEGA-3 supplements (FISH OIL) can be beneficial, especially if cold water fish consumption is limted.
Mediterranean Diet consists of whole grains, legumes, lean protien, fresh fruits and veges and olive oil.

source---- Dr. Michael Ozner May 2008 Life Extension Magizine.
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