The American Heart Association Recognizes Health Benefits of Flaxseed Oil

The American Heart Association Recognizes Health Benefits of Flaxseed Oil

December 15, 2000

Everyone knows the importance of eating a healthy diet, but not everyone knows how easy it is to translate the talk into nutritious meals. Many, no doubt, will be surprised to learn the truth of the old adage about good things in small packages as researchers once again taut the health benefits of consuming a very small seed.

The American Heart Association (AHA) has released a scientific statement and dietary guidelines for healthcare professionals in which it notes the beneficial effects of adding flaxseed and flaxseed oil to an individual's diet. The AHA publication states that "a growing body of evidence indicates that foods rich in the omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid reduce the risk of myocardial infarction and fatal ischemic heart disease in women."

In addition, the statement notes that several recent studies have demonstrated the beneficial effects of alpha-linolenic acid on both coronary disease and mortality in patients with the disease. "Because of the beneficial effects of omega-3 fatty acids on risk of coronary artery disease as well as other diseases such as inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, the current intake, which is generally low, should be increased."

Omega Nutrition offers a wide range of flavorful flaxseed and flaxseed oil products that make it easy for consumers to increase the amount of omega-3 fatty acids in their diets.

Contact Omega Nutrition to learn more about the benefits of adding flaxseed and flaxseed oil to your diet.

Glossary:

1. Myocardial infarction - obstruction of circulation to the middle muscle layer of the heart wall.
2. Ischemic heart disease - localized tissue anemia due to obstruction of the inflow of arterial blood.
   

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