Change The Name To Salmon And Eat More OMEGA-3 Fish! 35% Lower Risk Of Rheumatoid Arthritis And Less Blood Clots

The Japanese chain sushi restaurant launched a free-to-eat marketing plan, causing more than 100 people in Taiwan to change their name to "salmon". Zhang Lijuan, a nutritionist at the Nutrition Department of Tainan Municipal Hospital, said that it is better to eat more fish rich in OMEGA-3, such as salmon, Saury. Studies have shown that OMEGA-3 fatty acids have anti-inflammatory effects and can reduce the occurrence of blood clots.

Zhang Lijuan said that there have been many cases of sudden death from cardiovascular disease recently. According to research, if you want to prevent cardiovascular disease, the Mediterranean diet emphasizes that it is rich in OMEGA-3, which can prevent cardiovascular disease. OMEGA-3 fatty acid has anti-inflammatory properties It can reduce the occurrence of blood clots and inhibit inflammation.

Which foods contain OMEGA-3? Zhang Lijuan gave an example: deep-sea fish salmon, but due to the high content of heavy metals in large marine fish, it is recommended to eat deep-sea fish twice a week, each time is about 2 to 3 servings, about 60 to 90 grams, it is recommended to eat with small fish such as mackerel , saury alternate consumption.

And salmon contains a lot of nutrients, including various proteins, vitamins such as vitamins A, B, D and minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, iron, etc. One of the most valuable substances in salmon is OMEGA-3 fatty acids, which can Helps get rid of inflammation in the body, not only against intestinal allergies, but also for cardiovascular protection, anti-depression, and prevention of memory loss.

Cheng Jiefu, a rheumatologist and immunologist at Tainan Municipal Hospital, also pointed out that studies have found that a "Mediterranean diet" can reduce the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. landThe principles of a Chinese-style diet include vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, olive oil, nuts, and herbs or spices instead of artificial seasonings.

In addition, eat fish at least 2-3 times a week, preferably fish rich in oil, such as saury, mackerel, salmon, and moderate intake of poultry meat, eggs, and dairy products. An average daily intake of more than 0.21 grams of OMEGA-3, equivalent to eating at least 100 grams of fatty fish per week, can reduce the risk of rheumatoid arthritis by 35%.

Lijuan Zhang added that vegetarians can supplement OMEGA-3 with flax seeds, chia seeds, seaweed, etc. She reminded that in addition to fish, fruits and vegetables and milk are also indispensable, because fruits and vegetables contain vitamin B group and antioxidant vitamins C and E; fruits and vegetables also contain vitamin B6, which can metabolize homocysteine ​​in the blood. Not only calcium, but also vitamin B2 in milk should be taken daily.

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