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What are the benefits of olive oil?

Olive oil contains large amounts of omega-9 fatty acid called oleic acid. Omega-9 fatty acids are... Full Answer

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In what foods are omega-3 fatty acids found?

Fish are the best single source of omega-3 fatty acids. If you're not allergic to fish, and are... Full Answer

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Why should I balance my intake of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids?

It is extremely important that you change your eating habits to have a more balanced ratio of... Full Answer

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What foods contain hydrogenated oils?

Highly processed foods, such as potato chips, cookies, some ice cream, fast food, and packaged and... Full Answer

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Can consuming too much fatty acid be unhealthy?

The problem is not whether or not you consume too much omega-6 fatty acids, but the ratio of... Full Answer

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Why do omega-6 fatty acids cause inflammation?

Omega-6 fatty acids are proinflammatory, because they are broken down by the body and converted... Full Answer

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How do omega-3 fatty acids lower the risk of heart disease?

Omega-3 fatty acids in the membrane help platelets move through the arteries without sticking... Full Answer

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How does the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids affect my heart?

Too much omega-6 and not enough omega-3 fatty acids in the cells of the heart makes the tissue less... Full Answer

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What are the essential fatty acids?

Two specific fatty acids are considered essential, because our bodies don't manufacture them and... Full Answer

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What is the difference between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids?

Long-chain fatty acids are a major component of the walls of the cells of the body. It is important... Full Answer

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How can I increase my fruit and vegetable intake?

Here are some tips for increasing fruit and vegetable intake:

  • Eat a new fruit or
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What cooking methods retain antioxidants in foods?

 As a general rule, antioxidants are lost when the food is exposed to heated water for... Full Answer

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What are the benefits of dietary fiber?

Fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of fiber. Most of us do not eat enough fiber. Eating... Full Answer

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What vegetables are high in antioxidants?

Vegetables have antioxidant power, particularly artichoke hearts and leafy greens. Artichoke hearts... Full Answer

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What fruits are high in antioxidants?

The Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) test has shown that blueberries have tremendous... Full Answer

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