Adopting a vegan diet can offer numerous health benefits, including reduced risk of chronic diseases and improved overall well-being. However, ensuring you receive adequate vitamins and minerals is crucial for maintaining optimal health on a vegan diet. This guide will highlight the essential nutrients you need, sources to include in your diet, and tips for… Read More »
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published November 12, 2023. In this video, I interview William (Bill) Harris, Ph.D., an internationally recognized expert on omega-3 fatty acids. He’s been studying omega-3s since 1980 and has published more than 300 scientific papers on fatty acids and health. A few years ago, he… Read More »
In this interview, Nils Hoem, Ph.D., — a research scientist with Aker Biomarine, the largest krill oil company in the world — takes a deep dive into omega-3s and the crucial role they play in the health and functionality of your cell membranes. “In my academic life, I spent the first 20 years as a… Read More »
Omega-3 fats are essential polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) your body needs for a variety of functions such as digestion, blood clotting, brain health and muscle activity. Recent data show people with an omega-3 index greater than or equal to 5.7% had a lower rate of death from COVID-19.1,2 Humans evolved on a diet of omega-6… Read More »
The term “plant based” is everywhere right now—and there’s no standard definition for what that phrase actually means. This confusion may contribute to something I’ve been hearing as a registered dietitian: that consuming plant-based omega-3 fatty acids is the same as consuming fish-based omega-3 fatty acids. This isn’t true. And it’s an oversimplification. There are… Read More »