研究表明 多吃油性鱼类可助降低24%老年疾病
Eating plenty of oily fish helps us stay healthy longer, a new study suggests. Omega 3 fatty acids in seafood stave off cancer, dementia and heart disease, researchers say. The findings, published in BMJ, come from analysis of blood and diet of 2,622 pensioners for up to 22 years. Those with most omega 3 fatty acid in their blood were 24 percent less likely to suffer chronic diseases or mental or physical impairments than those with the least. The substance is thought to help regulate blood pressure, heart rate and inflammation. The NHS suggests eating two portions of fish a week, including one that is oily, such as salmon. Researcher Dr. Heidi Lai said: "With rapid aging of populations globally and an increased prevalence of chronic disease, focus on longevity alone is shifting toward an emphasis on healthy aging." |