Health
benefits of eating fish…
Fish is a
high protein, low calorie food, and is rich in omega 3 acids. These acids are
very important for a healthy lifestyle, and cannot be produced by our bodies
naturally. Eating fish
regularly can be very beneficial for your health, and it can help reduce risk
for some diseases, particularly those related to the heart. For adults, at
least two servings of fish per week are recommended.
1. REDUCES RISK OF HEART DISEASE.
Omega 3 acids lower your blood pressure, prevent clotting, reduce
abnormal heart rhythms, decrease blood fat levels and have anti-inflammatory
properties, which all help to reduce the risk of heart disease in humans. It’s
common for those diagnosed with a heart condition to be prescribed fish oil
tablets, or at least omega 3 supplements.
2. CANCER.
Breast, colon, oesophagus, ovary, and prostate are just some of the
cancers which studies have shown to potentially be risk-reduced by as much as
30-50% thanks to the omega 3 fatty acids you receive from eating fish regularly.
3. BETTER SKIN AND HAIR
The downside to a low-fat diet is that you are leaving your hair and
nails without the little extra fat they need to thrive, which can result in
them becoming fragile and dry. However, the fatty acids in fish are a healthy kind
of fat, and are what you should have to improve your hair and skin condition.
4. EYESIGHT
Omega 3 acids can help with retinal tissue development, making the
consumption of fish beneficial for your eyesight. Also, babies who are
breastfed by their mothers who are eating fish tend to have better eyesight,
because they receive all the nutrients of the omega 3 fatty acids through their
mum.
5. HEALTHY PREGNANCY.
Eating fish while pregnant – and later breastfeeding – can be enormously
advantageous for the baby, as it can help reduce the risk of a premature labour
as well as providing the baby with omega 3 acids (and all its benefits) from an
early age.
6. DIABETES.
Fish oil may help reduce and manage sugar levels in your blood, which
subsequently may help people reduce the risk of diabetes.
7. ASTHMA.. Children who eat fish may be less
likely to develop asthma, according to research by the Agency for Healthcare
Research and Quality. The suggested amount of consumption for kids is less than
for adults however, because they may be more susceptible to the potential
toxins in the fish. One serving of fish a week is considered ideal.
